Bill > SF1842

This bill modifies teacher licensure requirements in Minnesota by adding a new mandatory professional development component focused on dyslexia. Specifically, the bill requires teachers renewing their Tier 1 or Tier 2 licenses to complete two hours of professional development training on dyslexia, which must cover topics such as the effects of dyslexia on reading skill development, instructional strategies for students with dyslexia, and mental health considerations. The training must be developed by the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board with input from a dyslexia specialist, and professional development resources must be provided at no cost to teachers or school districts. New teachers must complete the dyslexia training within one year of initial licensure, and teachers renewing their licenses must complete the training within one year of renewal, with the requirement being a one-time training that can be fulfilled either during initial licensure or license renewal. The bill will become effective for licenses issued or renewed on or after July 1, 2027, and aims to ensure that teachers are better equipped to support students with dyslexia by providing them with specialized training and understanding of the condition.

Budget and Finance, Education, Government Affairs

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1842&ssn=0&y=2025