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Committee lays over bill that would clarify grant access for PELSB-approved alternative teacher-prep programs
Summary
House File 1959, sponsored by Representative Mueller, would clarify that PELSB‑approved alternative certification programs may apply for state grants that support teacher candidates. Testimony from higher-education and alternative-prep representatives urged clarification to ensure equitable access to funding.
Representative Mueller presented House File 1959 to the Education Finance Committee on March 13, 2025, explaining the bill would clarify eligibility so that any Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB)–approved teacher-preparation program — including alternative pathways — can apply for state grants and programs intended to support teacher candidates.
Laura Mogelson of the Minnesota Association of Colleges for Teacher Preparation provided a summary table that…
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