EDUCATION – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding certain placement and movement on the career ladder.
Reported Signed by Governor on March 26, 2026 Session Law Chapter 173 Effective: 07/01/2026
Summary
The bill changes how school districts assign compensation steps for instructional and pupil‑service staff, linking pay to certification level, years of experience, and meeting performance criteria. It also creates new eligibility requirements for professional and advanced professional endorsements, including provisions for out‑of‑state, private‑school and industry‑experienced staff. The changes become law on July 1 2026 under an emergency declaration.
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