State Representative Jed Davis (il) | Representative Jed Davis (R) 75th District
State Representative Jed Davis (il) | Representative Jed Davis (R) 75th District
State Representative Jed Davis of Yorkville has introduced two legislative proposals aimed at addressing the teacher shortage in Illinois. Davis, whose mother was a teacher for over three decades, emphasized his commitment to supporting educators.
"As the son of a teacher who spent over 30 years in the classroom, I know firsthand the value of promoting and supporting educators," said Rep. Davis. "It’s why I filed these bills – to tackle Illinois’ teacher shortage."
The first proposal, House Bill 1101, seeks to increase funding for the Teach Illinois Scholarship Program. This initiative aims to encourage students pursuing education degrees in Illinois to remain in the state and teach in communities experiencing critical shortages.
The second proposal, House Bill 1112, proposes changes to licensing requirements. It allows individuals with substantial hands-on experience in Manufacturing, Engineering, Technology, or Trade (METT) to obtain an Educator License without holding a bachelor’s degree. The bill is designed not only to fill essential teaching gaps but also to offer alternative career pathways for young people who choose not to attend college.
"We desperately need more teachers to equip the next generation workforce," Davis added. "These bills will help remove barriers holding back recruitment and bring more qualified educators into our classrooms."
For further information about Representative Davis and his initiatives, visit RepJedDavis.com.
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