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Committee advances veterans temporary teaching certificate bill after debate over timing
Summary
SB149 would create a military veterans temporary teaching certificate to fast-track veterans into K–12 classrooms while they complete full certification; the committee voted 9-0 to give the bill a favorable report after discussing an amendment to delay the effective date to the 2027–28 school year and department implementation timelines under the Administrative Procedures Act.
Senator Woods told the Education Policy committee SB149 establishes a military veterans temporary certificate to create a pathway for qualified veterans to teach in K–12 schools, arguing it would aid teacher recruitment and allow veterans to continue serving communities in classrooms.
Department of Education representative Dr. Mackey described the certificate as a higher-standard interim credential that would be available while veterans work toward a…
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