Bill > HB3259

This bill aims to increase the minimum starting salary for teachers to $50,000, beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. The legislation modifies the existing State Minimum Salary Schedule by replacing the previous salary ranges with updated figures that ensure a starting salary of $50,000 for teachers at the zero years of experience level. The changes apply across different certification levels, including 4th Class, 3rd Class, 2nd Class, and various degree classifications (A.B., M.A., etc.). The bill maintains the existing supplemental pay structure for teachers with additional years of experience and specific certifications, such as a $600 annual bonus for teachers with 20 or more years of experience, and additional salary considerations for math and special education teachers. The salary increases are proportionally applied across all experience levels and certification types, effectively raising the overall pay scale while establishing $50,000 as the new baseline starting salary for teachers in the state.