The bill establishes a working group on special education licensure reciprocity under the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board. The group will consist of various representatives, including members from educational organizations, school administrators, and licensed special education teachers, ensuring a diverse representation from both metropolitan and non-metropolitan areas. The working group is tasked with reviewing current requirements for out-of-state special education license holders and making recommendations for statutory or rule changes to streamline the licensure process in Minnesota.
Additionally, the working group is required to meet regularly and submit a report to the legislative committees overseeing kindergarten through grade 12 education by February 1, 2025. The bill outlines administrative provisions, including the convening of the initial meeting by the board's executive director and the expiration of the working group upon the submission of the report or on February 1, 2025, whichever comes first. Members of the working group will serve without compensation or expense reimbursement. The provisions of this bill will take effect the day after final enactment.