SB0989

Education: teachers and administrators; interim teaching certification process; modify. Amends sec. 1531i of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1531i).

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Michigan SB0989 modifies the interim teaching certification process to address educator shortages.

Michigan SB0989 amends the interim teaching certification process to address educator shortages. The bill requires the superintendent of public instruction to establish a process for individuals to earn an interim teaching certificate, which qualifies them to teach in public schools. The process must meet federal requirements and include a comprehensive report on educator vacancies and retention rates. The bill also mandates that the Center for Educational Performance and Information, in partnership with research universities, conduct a study on educator shortages.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

105 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 2

1:15 PM

Senate Education

History

Jul 29

Senate

Approved By Governor 7/21/2026 1:42 Pm

Jul 29

Senate

Filed With Secretary Of State 7/21/2026 2:26 Pm

Jul 29

Senate

Assigned Pa 0024'26 With Immediate Effect