This bill amends section 1012.22 of the Florida Statutes, which governs public school personnel salary schedules. Key changes include the deletion of definitions related to salary adjustments and performance salary schedules, as well as the removal of a requirement for cost-of-living salary adjustments. The bill authorizes district school boards to base a portion of each employee's compensation on performance rather than mandating it. Additionally, it revises the conditions under which salary supplements must be provided and eliminates a provision that previously prohibited reductions to performance salary schedules due to budget constraints.

The bill also introduces a new requirement for district school boards to adopt a salary schedule for all school employees starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It allows for differentiated pay based on performance and other district-determined factors, while also specifying that salary supplements must include assignments to Title I schools and mentoring new teachers. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 136 Filed: 1012.22