Bill > HF2741

This bill transfers the administration of several teacher-related grant programs from the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board to the Department of Education, including the Collaborative Urban and Greater Minnesota Educators of Color Grant Program and the Teacher Mentorship Program. The bill modifies various statutes related to teacher licensure, reporting requirements, and grant administration, with a particular focus on increasing the racial and ethnic diversity of the teaching workforce. Key changes include updating reporting requirements for teacher preparation programs, expanding eligibility for mentorship grants, and establishing new requirements for direct financial assistance to teacher candidates of color and American Indian teacher candidates. The bill also includes appropriations for these programs, with funding allocated for grants to support teacher diversity, mentorship programs, and a teacher recruitment marketing campaign. Additionally, the bill provides protections for staff being transferred between agencies, ensuring job security and maintaining existing collective bargaining agreements. The overall goal is to improve teacher preparation, support, and retention, with a specific emphasis on increasing diversity in the teaching profession.

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