This bill amends RSA 186:11, X(a) to establish new requirements for candidates seeking initial educator licenses in New Hampshire, specifically for positions such as administrator, teacher, instructional specialist, or educational specialist. The state board of education is mandated to adopt rules that require these candidates to achieve passing scores on designated professional education assessments. Additionally, the bill includes a provision that allows career and technical education teachers to be exempt from this assessment requirement if they successfully pass basic academic skills testing or hold an industry-recognized credential.

The bill also removes previous language that did not specify these assessment requirements, thereby enhancing the standards for educator certification in the state. The new legal language emphasizes the importance of professional assessments in ensuring that educators meet the necessary qualifications to serve in public schools. The act is set to take effect upon its passage, which is noted as June 02, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 186:11
As Amended by the House: 186:11
Version adopted by both bodies: 186:11
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 186:11