Bill > HF1959

This bill modifies the eligibility of teacher preparation programs for various state grants and funding opportunities. Specifically, the bill ensures that all teacher preparation programs approved by the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) are eligible to receive funding from multiple existing state programs, including Grow Your Own programs, collaborative urban and greater Minnesota educators of color grants, student teaching stipend programs, grants for underrepresented and shortage area student teachers, aspiring teachers of color scholarships, teacher mentorship programs, and teacher shortage loan repayment programs. The bill requires the commissioner of education to include all PELSB-approved teacher preparation programs in grant proposals, notices of opportunities, and eligibility determinations. Additionally, the bill explicitly states that these PELSB-approved programs are deemed eligible for all grant funds under the Grow Your Own district programs section. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, and apply to grant awards and opportunities issued on or after that date, aiming to expand support and funding opportunities for teacher preparation programs across Minnesota.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1959&ssn=0&y=2025