The proposed bill allows school districts and charter schools in Wyoming to adopt policies permitting the employment of individuals who do not hold a certificate or permit issued by the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board. To implement this, the bill specifies that these educational institutions must establish policies and procedures that include requirements such as the applicant being at least eighteen years old and undergoing a criminal history background check. The bill also authorizes school districts and charter schools to obtain criminal histories and request fingerprinting for these applicants.

Key amendments include the addition of new legal language that outlines the conditions under which school districts and charter schools can employ uncertified personnel, specifically under W.S. 21-3-304(s) and 21-3-111(a)(xxiv). Furthermore, the bill modifies existing law by allowing exceptions to the requirement for certification or permits, thereby expanding the pool of potential employees in the education sector. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 7-19-106, 7-19-201, 21-3-111, 21-3-304, 21-7-303