House Bill No. by Representative Bryant amends R.S. 17:418(A) to enhance the compensation structure for teachers and school employees in Louisiana. The bill introduces provisions for additional compensation for overtime work, planning time for teachers, and work beyond prescribed duties. Specifically, it establishes that salary schedules must be published annually by June 30 and apply to the upcoming school year. The bill also clarifies that the salaries outlined in these schedules are considered compensation for work within the employees' job descriptions, while additional compensation will be provided for overtime and extra duties.

Key insertions in the bill include the stipulation that nonexempt employees will receive overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act, and that teachers will be compensated for planning time and participation in after-school activities at their effective hourly rate. The effective hourly rate is calculated by dividing the employee's annual salary by 1,456 hours. However, these additional compensation provisions do not apply to employees of state special schools or those in programs administered through the special school district. The bill is set to take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB205 Original: 17:418(A)
HB205 Engrossed: 17:418(A)
HB205 Reengrossed: 17:418(A)
HB205 Enrolled: 17:418(A)