Local teachers may get pay increases under new law

Local teachers may get pay increases under new law

Livingston public school teachers may get salary boosts due to a bill signed into law this month, but the extent of the potential increases remains to be seen.

STARS Act Allows School Districts To Increase Teacher Pay

Superintendent of Public Instruction Susie Hedalen announced the successful rollout of House Bill 252, also known as the STARS Act. This legislation aims to strengthen Montana’s education system and communities by increasing teacher salaries, addressing housing costs, and expanding funding for work-based learning and dual credit student opportunities. Since its rollout, 392 out of 417 local educat...