The bill amends the definition of "instructional support provider" in the Public School Code to include community health workers as part of the personnel who support the instructional program within school districts. This change is reflected in Section 1, where the term "instructional support provider" is expanded to encompass community health workers alongside existing roles such as educational assistants, school counselors, and psychologists.

Additionally, the bill updates the licensure requirements for instructional support providers in Section 2, specifying that community health workers must also obtain appropriate licensure from the public education department. The department is tasked with establishing a professional licensing framework that allows for career advancement based on demonstrated competencies and increased responsibilities. This inclusion aims to enhance the support system within public schools by recognizing the role of community health workers in promoting student well-being and educational success.

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introduced version: 22-10A-17