HB215

In professional employees, providing for professional librarian.

Introduced·1/22/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB215 mandates that each public school in the state employs at least one certified professional librarian.

Pennsylvania HB215 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require every public school in the state to employ at least one professional librarian who is certified under 24 Pa.C.S. § 9319. This act ensures that certified library personnel are part of the professional staff in public schools, enhancing the educational resources available to students. The bill will take effect 60 days after enactment.

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Education Committee
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History

Jan 22, 2025

House

Referred to Education