HB5697

Education: teachers and administrators; completion of certain training for K-5 teachers; require. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1531k.

Final Passage·7/3/26

Requires K-5 teachers and administrators to complete professional learning in literacy instruction.

The bill mandates that K-5 teachers and administrators complete professional learning in literacy instruction. It requires the Michigan Department of Education to approve a single provider for this training, which must meet specific criteria including a multitiered system of supports. The training must cover the knowledge base for implementing reading approaches and determining why students struggle with reading. The bill also mandates annual reporting on the training's implementation and compliance, with full compliance expected by the 2029-2030 school year.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 36–0 · Jul 3
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

36 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 10

10:30 AM

House Education and Workforce

Mar 18

10:30 AM

House Education and Workforce

History

Jul 3

Senate

Reported By Committee Of The Whole Favorably With Substitute (s-2)

Jul 3

Senate

Substitute (s-2) Concurred In

Jul 3

Senate

Placed On Order Of Third Reading With Substitute (s-2)