DIGEST
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or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 180 Original 2020 Regular Session Charles Owen
Abstract: Relative to out-of-state teacher certification, requires the State Bd. of Elementary and
Secondary Education (BESE) to notify applicants relative to eligibility within 20 days of
application and requires five-year certification of eligible military spouses.
Present law provides for the powers and duties of BESE, including prescribing the qualifications and
providing for the certification of teachers. Proposed law, with respect to teachers from out-of-state
seeking certification in La., requires BESE to do the following:
(1)Notify each applicant relative to his eligibility not later than 20 days from receipt of his
application.
(2)Grant a five-year certificate to an eligible applicant who is the spouse of military personnel
serving in La. Defines "military personnel" as either of the following:
(a)A member of the U.S. armed forces.
(b)U.S. Dept. of Defense civilian or contract employee.
(Adds R.S. 17:7.1(G))