The bill modifies teacher licensure requirements in Minnesota by amending several sections of the Minnesota Statutes. Key changes include the introduction of a three-year term for permissions granted to licensed teachers to teach in fields different from their licensure, with unlimited renewals. Additionally, the bill revises the renewal process for Tier 1 licenses, removing the requirement for districts to demonstrate difficulty in hiring licensed teachers and allowing for more flexible renewal conditions, particularly for those teaching in shortage areas or career and technical education.

Further amendments streamline the application process for Tier 1 and Tier 2 licenses, changing the start date for application acceptance from July to June. The requirements for obtaining a Tier 2 license have also been expanded to include candidates with three years of teaching experience under a Tier 1 license, alongside other qualifications. The effective date for most provisions is set for July 1, 2025, while some sections will take effect the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 122A.09, 122A.181, 122A.182