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AB 1123

Commission on Teacher Credentialing: membership.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Al Muratsuchi

AB 1123 updates California's Teacher Credentialing Commission to include an early childhood education representative, enhancing focus on young learners' needs.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 181, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · AB 1123

Summary of AB 1123: Commission on Teacher Credentialing Membership

Bill Overview

Bill Number: AB 1123
Title: Commission on Teacher Credentialing: Membership
Status: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 181, Statutes of 2025
Introduced: February 20, 2025
Vote Requirement: Majority
Fiscal Committee: Yes
Local Program: No

Purpose and Intent

AB 1123 aims to amend the composition of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) to better reflect the needs of early childhood education. The bill introduces provisions to include a representative from early childhood higher education and modifies the number of public representatives on the commission.

Key Provisions

  • Commission Composition: The CTC will continue to consist of 15 voting members, including:
    • The Superintendent of Public Instruction (permanent member).
    • Six Practicing Teachers: Among these, one member may now be a teacher holding a child development teacher permit who teaches at a licensed state-funded preschool or prekindergarten program.
    • Public Representatives: The number of public representatives will be reduced from three to two upon the first vacancy occurring on or after January 1, 2026.
    • New Early Childhood Faculty Member: The governor will appoint one early childhood faculty member representing higher education systems, specifically from:
    • An early childhood or child development baccalaureate degree program at a California State University or University of California campus.
    • An associate degree program in early childhood education at a California Community College.

Impact

  • Targeted Representation: The inclusion of a teacher from early childhood education aims to enhance the commission's focus on early childhood development and education, ensuring that policies reflect the needs of younger learners.
  • Public Representation Adjustment: The reduction in public representatives may streamline decision-making processes within the commission while still maintaining necessary public oversight.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was approved by the Governor on October 1, 2025, and was chaptered the same day.
  • The changes to the commission's composition will take effect upon the first vacancy of a public representative position on or after January 1, 2026.

Conclusion

AB 1123 represents a significant shift in the composition of the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, emphasizing the importance of early childhood education within California's educational framework. By allowing for the appointment of an early childhood faculty member and adjusting public representation, the bill seeks to enhance the effectiveness and relevance of the commission's work in shaping teacher credentialing policies.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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