The bill, S. 391, is a joint resolution introduced in the South Carolina Senate to approve regulations set forth by the State Board of Education regarding the Requirements for Certification at the Advanced Level, designated as Regulation Document Number 5318. This resolution is in accordance with Article 1, Chapter 23, Title 1 of the South Carolina Code of Laws. The proposed amendments aim to update and streamline the certification requirements for educators seeking leadership, administrative, and instructional service certifications.

Upon approval by the Governor, this joint resolution will take effect, allowing the updated regulations to be implemented. The State Board of Education's initiative to amend these requirements was first announced in a Notice of Drafting published in the State Register on August 23, 2024, indicating a proactive approach to enhancing educational standards and certification processes in South Carolina.