HB422Introduced in the House
Expert citizen teachers; provide rate of compensation for those employed in critical shortage areas.
Introduced by Noah Sanford, District 90
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 37-3-2, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Individuals Who Are Licensed By The State Department Of Education As An Expert Citizen And Employed In A School District That Is Experiencing A Critical Teacher Shortage May Be Compensated By The Employing School District At A Rate By Crediting Such Individuals With 3/4 Of A Year Of Teaching Experience For Each Year Of Experience In His Or Her Field Of Professional Or Vocational Expertise As Such Years Are Aligned To The Appropriate Corresponding Step And Educational Endorsement Credentials On The Required Salary Level Applicable To Permanent Teachers; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Education;Appropriations A
DR - TSDPCS: ED To AP
Died In Committee
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