SB489Introduced in the Senate
Creating High School Educator Flexibility Act
Introduced by Patricia Rucker, District 16
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to create a course-specific teaching permit system allowing certified educators to teach high-quality academic or career-technical courses outside their formal endorsement areas once they complete approved professional learning tied to that course.
Where it stands
To Education
January 19, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Education then Finance
Introduced in Senate
To Education
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