DE HB97

Establishes a new permit system for paraprofessionals, classroom aides, student teachers, substitute teachers, year-long residents, specialist interns, and other student support personnel who work unsupervised with students in public schools but do not hold educator licenses or approved professional licenses

Expands the Professional Standards Board's authority to develop regulations for permits in addition to educator licensure and certification, with permits valid for up to 5 years and renewable

Increases the maximum state-funded salary supplement for additional responsibility assignments from $1,500 to $5,000 for teachers, specialists, nurses, principals, superintendents, and other administrative employees

Authorizes the Department of Education to require reimbursement of funds from districts or charter schools that employ individuals without proper licensure, certification, or permits for more than 90 calendar days, with notification requirements

Repeals the Special Institute for Teacher Licensure and Certification program and requires the Department of Education to update position codes and create standardized guidance for employee assignments by the 2026-2027 school year