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A 8033

Requires colleges and universities in the state to have education programs for prospective teachers, administrators, and counselors for teaching immigrant-origin students

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jessica González-Rojas and 1 co-sponsor

Requires state colleges to offer programs training teachers, administrators, and counselors to serve immigrant-origin students, improving classroom support and outcomes.

REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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Bill Summary · A 8033

Summary of Bill A 8033

Overview

  • Bill Number: A 8033
  • Title: Requires colleges and universities in the state to have education programs for prospective teachers, administrators, and counselors for teaching immigrant-origin students
  • Status: Referred to Higher Education
  • Introduced: April 22, 2025
  • Sponsors:
    • Primary: Gabriella Romero
    • Cosponsor: Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas
  • Related Bills:
    • S 881 (companion)
    • S 9093 (prior-session)

Purpose and intent

  • The bill aims to ensure that higher education institutions in the state offer specialized education programs designed to prepare:
    • prospective teachers of K-12 students with immigrant-origin backgrounds,
    • school and district administrators serving immigrant-origin student populations,
    • school counselors who support immigrant-origin students’ academic and social-emotional needs.
  • The underlying goal is to improve the effectiveness of educational professionals in classrooms and schools that educate immigrant-origin students.

Key provisions (as stated)

  • The bill would require colleges and universities in the state to have education programs specifically focused on teaching and supporting immigrant-origin students.
  • The text available does not specify additional details such as:
    • required curriculum content or program standards,
    • which degree or certificate levels are covered,
    • any funding mechanisms or implementation timelines,
    • reporting requirements or accountability measures.
  • Because the text of the bill is not provided here, the precise scope and mechanics (e.g., program accreditation, duration, or whether existing programs can be repurposed) are not yet known.

Who is affected

  • Primary institutions: All colleges and universities in the state offering teacher education, administrator preparation, and counselor training programs.
  • Affected individuals/roles:
    • Prospective teachers,
    • School and district administrators,
    • School counselors,
    • Potentially current students pursuing related licensure or certification.
  • Broad impact: Could influence program offerings, curriculum development, faculty development, and resource allocation within institutions’ education schools or departments.

Legislative status and timeline

  • Introduced and referred to the Higher Education committee on April 22, 2025.
  • The bill has a Senate companion (S 881) and a related/preceding Senate proposal (S 9093), indicating ongoing consideration in the Legislature.
  • At this stage, no final passage date is available; the bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process.

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Educational impact: If enacted, could improve preparation for educators and counselors serving immigrant-origin students, potentially improving instructional practices and student outcomes.
  • Institutional costs: May require development or expansion of curricula, faculty training, and potential programmatic changes; funding needs are not specified.
  • Workforce effects: Could influence the pipeline of certified teachers, administrators, and counselors with specialized training in immigrant-origin student needs.
  • Policy context: Part of broader efforts to support immigrant-origin students through targeted professional development in higher education.

Notes

  • This summary reflects the information available publicly about A 8033. Textual details (specific requirements, standards, funding, and implementation timelines) will appear only in the bill’s official text as it progresses through committee and potential chambers.

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

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