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NC H806

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/7/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Willis

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals class size requirements for North Carolina public schools, including maximum class size limits for kindergarten through third grade and associated reporting and penalty provisions

  • Establishes that at least 50% of teachers in each public school must hold state teacher licenses, while removing the previous requirement that all teachers hold or qualify for licensure

  • Requires all teachers in core subject areas (mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts) to be college graduates regardless of licensure status

  • Mandates unlicensed teachers complete preservice training before beginning instruction, covering: identification and education of children with disabilities, positive behavior management, de-escalation communication, and safe use of seclusion and restraint

  • Effective upon becoming law, applying beginning with the 2025-2026 school year

Legislative Description

Public School Operational Relief

Boards

Last Action

Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

4/29/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House4/29/2025
Education - K-124/8/2025

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