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ME LD1495

Bill

Status

Failed

5/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Christina Mitchell

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Transfers authority for educator certification rulemaking from the State Board of Education to the Professional Standards Board, including rules for teachers, administrators, educational specialists, educational technicians, and school psychologists

  • Requires Professional Standards Board members appointed after July 1, 2026 to be confirmed by the Legislature following review by the joint standing committee on education

  • Adds compensation for Professional Standards Board members (previously served without compensation) and provides an additional stipend for the board chair

  • Requires the Department of Education to provide staff assistance, materials, secretarial support, and meeting facilities to the Professional Standards Board

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

An Act to Make the Professional Standards Board Responsible for the Educator Certification Process

Teachers

Last Action

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

5/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Education And Cultural Affairs4/8/2025

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