The resolution SCR1041 seeks voter approval to mandate that all school districts and charter schools in Arizona revise their salary schedules to increase the base salaries of eligible teachers, contingent upon an increase in the distribution rate from the Permanent State School Fund. To support these salary increases, a Teacher Pay Fund will be established, funded through legislative appropriations and distributions from the Permanent State School Fund. The Arizona Department of Education will oversee the administration of this fund, determine teacher eligibility for salary increases, and require annual reporting from schools on how the funds are utilized.

Additionally, the resolution sets forth specific criteria for eligible teachers and prohibits any reductions in their base salaries below the levels reported for the fiscal year 2027, while allowing for individual adjustments. It also mandates that charter schools disclose detailed salary information, including average salaries and the number of eligible teachers. The resolution emphasizes compliance monitoring and transparency in the use of allocated funds, and it will only take effect if approved by voters in the next general election and proclaimed by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-189.05, 15-248.01, 15-903, 15-502, 15-544, 2026-2027, 15-255, 35-190, 15-947, 15-189.06, 15-537