House Bill 2662 amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the reemployment of retired members in public school systems. The bill modifies Section 8-36-805 by deleting the previous subdivision (3) and replacing it with new provisions that allow retired members to work beyond the previously established limit of 120 days. Specifically, retired members can take on roles as substitute teachers, teachers, or school bus drivers, provided that the director of the school system certifies the unavailability of other qualified personnel for the position. Additionally, the compensation for the retired member must not exceed the rate set by the school system for similar roles, and their total salary for the year must not surpass a specified pro rata share of the average salary for the relevant academic discipline.

The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the importance of addressing staffing shortages in public schools while allowing retired educators to contribute without exceeding compensation limits. This legislative change aims to enhance the availability of qualified personnel in educational settings, particularly in critical roles such as teaching and transportation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8-36-805