HB 2418-S - DIGEST

(AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 2/16/98)

     Provides that, to receive initial certification as a teacher with primary responsibility for providing instruction in elementary grades in this state after August 31, 2000, an applicant shall have successfully completed coursework in comprehensive beginning reading instruction and have passed the reading instruction competence assessment administered by the state board of education in accordance with this act.

     Provides that the act shall be null and void if appropriations are not approved.