The bill, S.B. No. 1852, mandates that public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools offering automotive technology courses must ensure these courses are accredited by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. To achieve this accreditation, schools are required to submit an application through the relevant agency and comply with established procedural guidelines. The bill also stipulates that the agency will provide financial support for schools to cover costs associated with training, equipment upgrades, and application fees necessary for accreditation.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions that prevent school districts or charter schools from using state appropriated funds for automotive technology courses until they certify compliance with the accreditation requirements. However, schools that have not yet received accreditation can request a one-year extension, with the possibility of a second extension for those demonstrating a good faith effort. The agency is tasked with reporting annually on the implementation progress, and the rules to enforce these requirements must be adopted by December 1, 2025, with the law taking effect in the 2026-2027 school year.

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