An Act relative to teaching certification
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, H.579, addresses teaching certification requirements, specifically focusing on allowing individuals with certain disabilities to pursue certification. It aims to expand access to the teaching profession for qualified candidates who may have previously faced barriers due to their disabilities. The bill is currently under review by the Joint Committee on Education and has been subject to hearings to gather input on its potential impact.
Key provisions
- Allows individuals with specific disabilities to apply for teaching certification.
- The bill was presented by Brittany Winsky.
- The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Education.
- The committee has scheduled hearings to discuss the bill's provisions.
- The reporting date for the committee has been extended.
Who is affected
- Individuals with disabilities
- Potential teachers with disabilities
- The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- The Joint Committee on Education
Notable changes
- Potentially expands eligibility criteria for teaching certification.
- Addresses barriers related to disability and the teaching profession.
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsor
Brittany Winsky
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