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This rulemaking action adopted amendments to Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations (CCR) related to PK-3 Early Childhood Education Specialist Credential requirements. The regulations were approved on November 26, 2025, and the effective date is January 1, 2026.

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
Initial Statement of Reasons
Regulation Text
Final Statement of Reasons
Final Regulation Text

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