SPONSOR: Steinhoff
This bill creates the "Missouri Teachers Matter Grant Program". This program provides two types of grants to qualified teachers in Missouri school districts:
(1) MTM District Grant: A matching grant of up to $1,000 from the State and $1,000 from the school district's funds, awarded to teachers who renew their contracts before June 1st.
(2) MTM State Grant: A grant of up to $4,000 awarded to qualified teachers who complete at least 40 hours of self- directed duties beyond their regular teaching contract, such as coaching extracurricular activities or providing additional student support.
The program sunsets in six years after the effective date.
This bill is similar to HB 444 (2025).
Statutes affected: