20 U.S.C. § 1022f: State functions

increasing the percentage of teachers who meet the applicable State certification and licensure requirements, including any requirements for certification obtained through alternative routes to certification, or, with regard to special education teachers, the qualifications described in section 1412(a)(14)(C) of this title , in the State, including increasing professional development opportunities; improving student academic achievement for elementary and secondary students; and raising the standards for entry into the teaching profession. shall be ineligible for any funding for professional development activities awarded by the Department; may not be permitted to accept or enroll any student who receives aid under subchapter IV in the institution’s teacher preparation program; shall provide transitional support, including remedial services if necessary, for students enrolled at the institution at the time of termination of financial support or withdrawal of approval; and shall be reinstated upon demonstration of improved performance, as determined by the State. If the Secretary develops any regulations implementing subsection (b)(2), the Secretary shall submit such proposed regulations to a negotiated rulemaking process, which shall include representatives of States, institutions of higher education, and educational and student organizations. The requirements of this section shall apply to both traditional teacher preparation programs and alternative routes to State certification and licensure programs.