Bill > HB4489

This bill modifies the requirements for obtaining an educator certificate in Texas for applicants from outside the state. The bill removes previous requirements that out-of-state educators had to pass specific examinations to receive a Texas teaching certificate, instead simplifying the process by focusing on their existing credentials. Under the new provisions, the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) will establish an agreement with the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) to specify which out-of-state educator certificates will be accepted for certification in Texas. Applicants must still hold a degree from an accredited institution (either in the United States or internationally) and have an appropriate teaching credential from another state or country. The changes aim to streamline the certification process for educators moving to Texas, making it easier for qualified teachers from other states or countries to obtain Texas teaching credentials. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and repeals several existing subsections of the current education code related to out-of-state educator certification.

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