Senate Bill 2420, also known as 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 one hundred twenty (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 bill aims to address staffing shortages in public schools by enabling retired educators and drivers to contribute without exceeding compensation limits. This legislative change is intended to enhance the availability of qualified personnel in critical educational roles while ensuring that the financial implications remain manageable for the school systems. The act will take effect upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of addressing public welfare needs in education.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8-36-805