HB4973

Relating to raising the state minimum salary for teachers to $50,000 beginning in school year 2026-2027

Introduced·1/29/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB4973 raises the state minimum salary for teachers to $50,000 starting in school year 2026-2027.

West Virginia HB4973 amends the state minimum salary schedule for teachers, setting a new baseline of $50,000 starting from the 2026-2027 school year. The bill also provides an additional $2,000 annual salary increase for all teachers. Special provisions include a $1,200 annual pay increase for teachers providing math instruction and special education services. These changes aim to enhance the compensation for educators across the state.

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Current
Education Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jan 29

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 29

House

To Education then Finance

Jan 29

House

Introduced in House