H3192

Special education teacher salaries

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

South Carolina H3192 mandates school districts to pay full-time special education teachers an annual salary of at least $52,000 starting in 2026-2027.

South Carolina H3192 amends the state code to require each school district to pay each certified special education teacher who teaches full-time a minimum annual salary of $52,000 beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. This change aims to ensure that special education teachers receive a competitive salary, potentially improving recruitment and retention in the field. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Education and Public Works Committee
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History

Jan 14, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works

Dec 5, 2024

House

Prefiled