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ME LD1163

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Nathan Carlow

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • State Board of Education must amend Chapter 115 credentialing rules to create a new industrial arts endorsement pathway for teacher certificates
  • Endorsement covers trades including automotive body repair, diagnostics and mechanics, welding, electrical, carpentry, and computer-aided design
  • Eligibility requirements include completion of a registered apprenticeship, a 2-year certificate from an accredited technical institution, and minimum hours of experience in learning, paid employment, or teaching in the specific trade
  • Enacted as emergency legislation, taking effect immediately upon Governor's approval on June 12, 2025

Legislative Description

Resolve, Directing the State Board of Education to Amend Its Educator Credentialing Rules to Create a Pathway for an Industrial Arts Endorsement

Teachers

Last Action

FINALLY PASSED - Emergency - 2/3 Elected Required, in concurrence.

6/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Education And Cultural Affairs3/20/2025

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