Human Services Systems Modernization Advisory Council and Legislative Commission on Human Services Systems; creation

Summary

The bill changes Statute 120B.123 to require school districts to offer approved, evidence‑based professional development on reading instruction to a wide range of teachers and staff by specific 2026‑2027 deadlines. Districts that meet the training requirement can reduce elementary instructional hours by 5½ hours, with similar provisions for charter schools. The changes aim to strengthen literacy instruction while giving districts flexibility in scheduling.

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