HB416
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Amend KRS 161.028 to preclude the Education Professional Standards Board from requiring a minimum score on any assessment; require applicants to submit proof of completion of a formative basic skills assessment at the time of application; require applicants to submit results of a formative basic skills assessment prior to their first day of attendance; require the postsecondary institution provide supports for candidates aligned with their formative assessment performance; amend KRS 161.030 to require the Education Professional Standards Board to narrowly tailor content assessments to the area in which an applicant is seeking certification.
Introduced: January 15, 2026
Last action: January 30, 2026
Plain-language summary
This bill changes how Kentucky evaluates people who want to become licensed educators. Instead of requiring applicants to pass a basic skills test with a minimum score, it would have them complete a basic skills assessment for informational purposes, with their results used to guide support from their college or university program. It also directs the state board that oversees educator licensing to make sure subject-matter tests are closely matched to the specific area a…
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Legislative History
Primary Sponsor
Co-sponsors (2)
Roll calls
House: 3rd reading, passed 95-0 with Floor Amendment (1)
House: 3rd reading, passed 95-0 with Floor Amendment (1)
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