SB0138

Illinois SB0138 establishes a teacher recruitment and retention program offering a $3,000 tax credit to eligible teachers.

Illinois SB0138 creates a teacher recruitment and retention program to encourage both new and experienced teachers to work in qualifying public schools. The program provides a refundable income tax credit of $3,000 per school year for up to five years to participating teachers. Eligible teachers must have a bachelor's degree in education, a valid Professional Educator License, and be hired by a qualifying school. The State Board of Education will select up to 100 participating school districts and publish the list.