This bill proposes an amendment to the Code of West Virginia, specifically 18A-4-8a, to implement a 25% pay increase for all state school service personnel, effective July 1, 2026. The increase will apply across all salary scales, ensuring that service employees receive a significant boost in their monthly compensation. The bill aims to enhance the financial well-being of these personnel, acknowledging their essential role in the education system.

In addition to the proposed pay raise, the bill maintains existing provisions regarding minimum monthly salaries, additional pay for educational qualifications, and compensation for extra duties and hazardous work, such as asbestos removal. The language of the bill includes the insertion of the new pay increase while retaining the current structure and benefits outlined in the existing law. This comprehensive approach seeks to support and reward the contributions of school service personnel in West Virginia.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18A-4-8a