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PA HB2353
PA HB2353In certification of teachers, further providing for out-of-State applicants for certification.
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Introduced
03/31/2026
03/31/2026
In Committee
03/31/2026
03/31/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in certification of teachers, further providing for out-of-State applicants for certification.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to adjust the requirements for out-of-state applicants seeking teacher certification in Pennsylvania. Specifically, it changes the criteria for candidates who hold a valid teaching certificate from another state. Previously, these applicants had to demonstrate subject matter competency through specific testing and field experience requirements set by Pennsylvania. Now, the bill proposes to remove this specific Pennsylvania testing and field experience requirement and instead states that out-of-state applicants only need to satisfy the testing requirements established by the state that issued their original certificate. This change aims to streamline the certification process for teachers moving to Pennsylvania from other states.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to Education (on 03/31/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb2353 |
| BillText | https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/text/PDF/2025/0/HB2353/PN3122 |
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