Minnesota bill modifies teacher licensure, transfers grant programs to the Department of Education, and requires reports and appropriations.

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to modify teacher licensure provisions, transfer grant programs from the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board to the Department of Education, and appropriates money. It mandates reports on the racial and ethnic diversity of teachers and teacher candidates, and the impact of grant programs. The bill also establishes criteria for teacher preparation programs, including instruction on dyslexia and cultural competency.

Minnesota bill modifies teacher licensure, transfers grant programs to the Department of Education, and requires reports and appropriations.

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to modify teacher licensure provisions, transfer grant programs from the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board to the Department of Education, and appropriates money. It mandates reports on the racial and ethnic diversity of teachers and teacher candidates, and the impact of grant programs. The bill also establishes criteria for teacher preparation programs, including instruction on dyslexia and cultural competency.