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Bill would allow retired teachers to mentor new hires without losing retirement benefits, proponents say
Summary
House Bill 359 would add an exception to the 120‑day break-in-service rule so retired teachers may be employed to mentor newly hired teachers without jeopardizing Montana Teachers Retirement System benefits; the TRS director said the fiscal note projects no cost to the system and districts would control pay arrangements.
Representative Jamie Isaly introduced House Bill 359 as a narrowly tailored measure to let retired teachers be employed to mentor newly hired teachers without triggering the 120‑day break-in-service prohibition that typically prevents immediate reemployment in Montana public schools.
Advocates testified in support. Kim Popham, director of public policy and research for the Montana Federation of Public Employees (MFPE), said the bill would help districts meet accreditation requirements…
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