HB5050

SCH CD-PROF EDUCATOR LICENSE

Introduced·2/4/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB5050 amends the Educator Licensure Article to require completion of a foundational course on English learners for a Professional Educator.

HB5050 amends the Illinois School Code to require individuals seeking a Professional Educator License to complete a foundational course on English learners. This bill also outlines various types of educator licenses and endorsements, including Professional Educator Licenses, Educator Licenses with Stipulations, and Short-Term Substitute Teaching Licenses. It specifies the requirements for each type of license and endorsement, such as educational degrees, content area tests, and work experience.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 25

2:00 PM

House Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools Committee Hearing

Mar 19

2:00 PM

House Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Feb 24

House

Assigned to Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools

Feb 10

House

First Reading