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Committee advances bill to ease return of retired teachers to classrooms
Summary
A committee advanced a bill introduced by Representative Ballard designed to create a pathway for retired teachers to return to teaching amid concerns about a severe teacher shortage; Senator Eckles moved to 'do pass' and Senator Goodman seconded, and the sponsor waived further remarks.
The Georgia State Senate retirement committee on March 24 approved a measure introduced to ease the return of retired teachers to classrooms, saying the change could help address a severe teacher shortage.
Representative Ballard, invited to the table by the chair, presented the bill and testimony. Committee members described the bill as similar to other proposals and said it creates a pathway for experienced educators to re-enter classrooms after retirement.
Senator Eckles moved that the committee "do pass," noting the bill is similar to a proposal by Senator Hickman and saying he appreciated the sponsor bringing the measure. Senator Goodman seconded the motion. The sponsor waived additional remarks, and the committee approved the motion by voice vote.
No roll-call vote or further fiscal details were recorded in the transcript; the committee proceeded to the next agenda item.
