Short-call substitute teacher pilot program extended.
HF 630 extends the expiration date of Minnesota's short-call substitute teacher pilot program from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2027. The bill directly affects school districts, charter schools, and substitute teachers who qualify under the program by requiring an associate's degree or specific paraprofessional experience. Key provisions include mandating background checks, requiring districts to provide substitute training, and guaranteeing substitute teachers receive at least $200 per day or their regular pay rate. The extension allows the program to continue operating under its existing rules without changes to eligibility or requirements.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 13, 2025
Last action Mar 13, 2025
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1st Engrossment
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Mar 13, 2025
MINOR
The bill was amended from its introduction to its first engrossment, updating the version title and posting date. The most significant substantive change involves the compensation rules for short-call substitute teachers, which were modified to allow districts to pay either the standard short-call rate or the employee's existing rate, whichever is higher, rather than mandating a flat $200 minimum. Additionally, the expiration date for this pilot program was extended from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2027, providing more time for the initiative to be evaluated.
Scope change
The bill's scope regarding the pilot program's duration was expanded by two years, and the financial requirements for district compensation were adjusted to offer greater flexibility to employers.
REQUIREMENT
Compensation requirements for short-call substitute teachers were changed to allow payment of either the standard short-call rate or the employee's existing rate, whichever is greater, replacing a mandatory $200 minimum.
TIMELINE
The expiration date for the short-call substitute teacher pilot program was extended from June 30, 2025, to June 30, 2027.
TECHNICAL
The document version was updated from 'Introduction' to '1st Engrossment' and the posting date was updated from March 12 to March 13, 2025.
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Mar 13, 2025
Lower · Passed
Committee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer to Education Finance
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Feb 13, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading, referred to Education Policy
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1 primary · 5 co-sponsors
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