The public hearing held by the Education, Tourism, and Culture Commission on February 26, 2024, focused on the evaluation process of teacher consultations and the ongoing validation of cases related to salary adjustments. Key discussions highlighted the status of 93 cases pending validation due to incomplete transactions, which are crucial for the annual report mandated by law.

During the meeting, officials confirmed that all groups had been evaluated, with a total of 1,300 teachers having made consultations. However, only 234 of these were categorized as having a higher number of inquiries. The commission expressed concerns over the clarity of the consultation process, particularly regarding the number of consultations each teacher could make. Officials clarified that while teachers could amend their inquiries, the platform allowed for only one formal consultation per case.

The commission also requested a detailed list of trusted employees within the Department of Education, emphasizing the need for transparency regarding salaries amid ongoing fiscal challenges. This request has been pending for nearly a year, and members stressed the importance of receiving this information promptly.

In addition, the meeting addressed the activation of facilitators across various regions to assist teachers with their consultations. The number of facilitators varied by region, with some areas requesting multiple accesses to the consultation platform to better support teachers.

Overall, the hearing underscored the commission's commitment to ensuring that teachers receive the necessary support and clarity in the evaluation process, while also addressing the pressing need for transparency in the department's operations. The next steps involve finalizing the pending cases and providing the requested salary information to the commission.