SB 6278 — Concerning the ongoing review of approved teacher and principal preparation programs.

What this bill does

Requires the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) ongoing review of approved teacher and principal preparation programs to include the following components: program standards, educator role standards, evidence submitted by programs, and input from community constituents and prekindergarten through grade 12 partners. Provides a process and directives for when preparation program performance is out of alignment with standards and requirements. Changes submission frequency requirements for student-teacher field placement plans.

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Floor votes

• House — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · March 3, 2026
  86 yea · 7 nay · 5 not voting
• Senate — 3rd Reading & Final Passage · February 12, 2026
  46 yea · 3 nay

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