Lawmakers consider bill to raise minimum teacher salary : vi

Supporters say raising the minimum from the current $40,000 to $50,000 by the 2027-28 school year is needed to fight a teacher shortage. Foes worry that a mandate could lead to tax increases and the rejection of school budgets.

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