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House approves law letting school boards fund supplemental pay for high‑need teachers
Summary
The Indiana House on March 26 approved a bill allowing school boards to set aside a portion of certain revenue to pay supplemental compensation to teachers in shortage or high‑need positions; the measure passed on a 65‑29 roll call after extended floor debate about morale and equity.
The Indiana House passed Senate Bill 249 on March 26, 2025, allowing local school boards to adopt resolutions that exclude a portion of certain education revenue to fund supplemental pay for teachers in high‑need subjects or shortage areas, the bill’s sponsor said.
Supporters and critics said the change could help recruit and retain teachers in hard‑to‑staff positions, but multiple lawmakers warned it risks harming teacher morale and collaboration.
Representative Teska, who presented the bill, said the measure responds to recommendations…
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