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SB 98

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2025 Regular Session Introduced by Henry Aquino and 8 co-sponsors

Senate Bill 98 aims to enhance language education in Nevada by updating terminology and exploring new training requirements for teachers of languages other than English.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 98

Summary of Senate Bill 98 (SB 98)

Title: Revises provisions governing language education
Bill Number: SB 98
Introduced: January 16, 2025
Status: No further action allowed (as of April 12, 2025)
Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Senate Bill 98 aims to revise and clarify the provisions governing language education in Nevada. The bill seeks to redefine terminology related to languages other than English and to explore the potential for new requirements for teachers seeking endorsements to teach these languages.

Key Provisions

  1. Terminology Update:

    • The bill defines "language other than English" as a form of human communication that includes sounds, letters, symbols, or signs, and specifies its use in various contexts such as interaction, understanding texts, and cultural expression.
    • It replaces the term "world language" with "language other than English" in existing laws.

  2. Teacher Endorsement Requirements:

    • The bill mandates the Nevada Department of Education to study the feasibility of imposing similar training requirements for teachers of languages other than English as those currently required for English language acquisition.
    • A report on the findings of this study must be submitted to the Legislature.

  3. Conforming Changes:

    • The Legislative Counsel is directed to make necessary adjustments to existing regulations to align with the new terminology and provisions established by the bill.

Impact

  • Teachers: The bill could affect current and future language educators by potentially introducing new requirements for obtaining teaching endorsements in languages other than English.
  • Students: Students learning languages other than English may benefit from improved educational standards and teaching methods as a result of the proposed changes.
  • Local Governments and State: The bill may have fiscal implications for local governments and the state, though specific financial impacts are not detailed in the summary.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Timeline:
    • January 16, 2025: Bill prefiled and referred to the Committee on Education.
    • February 3, 2025: Read for the first time and sent to committee.
    • April 12, 2025: No further action allowed as per Joint Standing Rule No. 14.3.1.

This summary provides an overview of SB 98, highlighting its intent to enhance language education in Nevada through updated definitions and potential new requirements for educators.

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

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