❌ HB191
Require school district, ESC teachers be paid at least $50,000
Current Status: In House Committee (Education)
Summary
The bill mandates that all teachers employed by school districts and educational service centers in Ohio receive a minimum salary of $50,000. It outlines provisions for salary increments based on training and years of service, and establishes requirements for salary schedules to be adopted annually by school boards. The bill also includes penalties for non-compliance with the salary requirements.
Rationale
The bill imposes a government-mandated minimum salary for teachers, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of free markets and voluntary agreements in employment. It restricts the ability of school districts to negotiate salaries based on market conditions, thus undermining economic liberty and individual choice.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over salary negotiations
- Potential financial strain on school districts
- Reduction in flexibility for local education authorities