HB340

Establish Montana's BEST program to bolster educator support and training

Vetoed·6/19/25

Montana HB340 establishes the Montana B.E.S.T. program to support early career teachers.

Montana HB340 creates the Montana B.E.S.T. teacher training program, administered by the Office of Public Instruction. The program aims to support new teachers, increase retention, and enhance student education through a structured training program. It connects early career teachers with mentor teachers, provides ongoing training, and offers opportunities for professional development. The program includes stipends for mentors and early career teachers, with a portion of the stipend for early career teachers coming from their employing school district.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

26 Yea

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23 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 15, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Education and Cultural Resources Hearing

Mar 27, 2025

9:00 AM

House Appropriations Hearing

History

Jun 19, 2025

House

(H) Vetoed by Governor

Jun 10, 2025

House

(H) Transmitted to Governor

Jun 9, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President