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Committee hears bill extending retired teachers’ return‑to‑work window for rural staffing
Senate Education Committee · February 25, 2025
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Summary
House Bill 158 would extend from three to five years the period retired teachers may return to fill vacancies; proponents argued it helps rural districts with shortages and mentorship, while some senators warned of relying on retirees as a long‑term solution.
Representative Nicola Causse introduced House Bill 158 to allow retired teachers to return to work in districts for up to five years (an extension from the current three years) to address ongoing teacher shortages, especially in rural Montana. Proponents (including the Montana Rural Education…
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