Promotes equity and diversity in educational leadership by prioritizing charters for underrepresented communities.

The bill amends the education law to establish the Public Education Racial Equity and Diversity Act. It prioritizes charters for community-based organizations led by historically underrepresented individuals. It sets criteria for teacher certification programs, including field experience and coursework. It also provides income tax exemptions for teachers in high-need schools. The bill defines "minority group member" and outlines the process for approving and revoking instructional programs. It includes provisions for record-keeping and monitoring of instructional programs.

Promotes equity and diversity in educational leadership by prioritizing charters for underrepresented communities.

The bill amends the education law to establish the Public Education Racial Equity and Diversity Act. It prioritizes charters for community-based organizations led by historically underrepresented individuals. It sets criteria for teacher certification programs, including field experience and coursework. It also provides income tax exemptions for teachers in high-need schools. The bill defines "minority group member" and outlines the process for approving and revoking instructional programs. It includes provisions for record-keeping and monitoring of instructional programs.