Relating to the creation of a temporary educator certificate for educators certified by other states.
Effective immediately
Summary
The bill lets teachers who hold a valid, non‑temporary credential from another state obtain a temporary Texas certificate immediately upon application. It applies to those with an accredited bachelor’s degree and sets a one‑year expiration, with a longer term for spouses of active‑duty military. The measure aims to ease staffing shortages while ensuring basic qualification standards.
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