This bill mandates the State Board of Education to create a general science endorsement for instructional certificates, allowing holders to teach various science courses—including biological science, chemistry, earth science, physical science, and physics—specifically for grades nine through twelve. The State Board is tasked with establishing the necessary requirements for this endorsement to ensure that teachers possess the specialized knowledge and skills needed to effectively educate students in these subjects.

Additionally, the bill provides a pathway for current teachers who already hold endorsements in biological science, chemistry, earth science, physical science, or physics to obtain the new general science endorsement. These teachers can apply to the State Board of Examiners, which will set the requirements for this application process. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.