HB1545 Defining the term "evidence-based" related to public education and in teacher preparation programs.
Defining the term "evidence-based" related to public education and in teacher preparation programs.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
No direct financial impact, but requiring evidence-based practices could lead to more effective spending of education dollars.
Your Community
Setting standards for what qualifies as evidence-based education could improve teaching quality and student outcomes.
Your Freedom
Establishes definitions that guide educational standards without directly restricting individual choices.
Status
To Be Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Education Policy and Administration
Sponsor
Mike Belcher (R)
The Short Version
Establishes a legal definition of "evidence-based" for use in public education policy and teacher preparation programs. Currently in House committee. Aims to ensure education practices are grounded in rigorous research.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Students who benefit from proven teaching methods
- ▲ Parents wanting high-quality education
- ▲ Teacher preparation programs seeking clarity
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Education programs using methods that don't meet the new evidence-based definition
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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