Bill > HF3635

This bill establishes an Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact, a formal agreement between states to make it easier for licensed teachers to move and work across state lines. The compact aims to streamline the process of obtaining a teaching license in a new state, support military families by facilitating licensure for spouses, and improve the exchange of information between states regarding teacher credentials and disciplinary actions. It also seeks to remove barriers that might prevent qualified teachers from being hired or retaining their profession, while still allowing each state to maintain its authority over regulating the teaching profession. The bill defines key terms like "licensing authority" (the entity responsible for teacher licenses) and "adverse action" (disciplinary measures against a teacher), and outlines how teachers with existing, valid licenses can apply for equivalent licenses in other member states, with special provisions for active military members and their spouses. It also details the creation of an Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact Commission to oversee the agreement, manage its operations, and handle disputes, while ensuring that states retain control over their own data and regulatory processes.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/HF/3635/