Bill > S147

This bill modifies North Carolina's teacher licensing regulations to make it easier for out-of-state teachers to obtain a Continuing Professional License (CPL) in the state. Specifically, the bill requires the State Board of Education to grant a CPL to teachers licensed in another state who have at least three years of teaching experience and are in good standing with their original state. Importantly, the bill prohibits the State Board of Education from requiring out-of-state license applicants to complete any standardized examination as a condition of receiving the license. This change removes a potential barrier for experienced teachers moving to North Carolina, streamlining the process of obtaining a teaching license in the state. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law and will apply to out-of-state license applications submitted on or after that date, potentially making it more attractive for qualified teachers from other states to seek employment in North Carolina's education system.

https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S147