Michigan 2023-2024 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

SB 989 — Education: teachers and administrators; interim teaching certification process; modify. Amends sec. 1531i of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1531i).

Last action — 7/2/2026 - placed on third reading

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced July 02, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

This bill modifies the interim teaching certification process for teachers and administrators.

The bill amends the interim teaching certification process for educators to potentially streamline the requirements. This aims to address gaps in teacher certification more effectively.

What this means for you
  • Workers: If you work in education, this bill may change how you qualify for interim teaching certifications.

Summary

Education: teachers and administrators; interim teaching certification process; modify. Amends sec. 1531i of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1531i).

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. 7/2/2026 - placed on third reading

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (146)

146 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 989 do?
Education: teachers and administrators; interim teaching certification process; modify. Amends sec. 1531i of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1531i).
Who sponsors SB 989?
SB 989 is sponsored by Jonathan Lindsey (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 989?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced July 02, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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