This 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 for renewal eligibility. Instead, it streamlines the criteria for renewal and allows for unlimited renewals in specific cases, such as teaching in shortage areas or career and technical education.

Further amendments include changes to the application process for Tier 1 and Tier 2 licenses, allowing the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board to accept applications starting in June rather than July. 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, along with satisfactory evaluations and passing scores on required exams. 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