DIGEST
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or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 1156 Reengrossed 2016 Regular Session Nancy Landry
Abstract: Authorizes the reduction of salaries for teachers and other school employees in certain
circumstances.
Present law requires the governing authority of each local public elementary and secondary school,
the state special schools, and the schools and programs administered through the special school
district to establish salary schedules for teachers and other school employees.
Present law prohibits salary reductions in any school year below the amount paid during the previous
school year. Further prohibits salary reductions during an academic year. Provides that such
limitations on salary reductions shall not be applicable in certain circumstances. Proposed law adds
to this list of exceptions the elimination, discontinuance, or reorganization of the position to which
the employee is assigned that results in the employee working fewer hours, days, or months.
Provides that in such case, the employee's salary shall not be reduced during an academic year, but
after that year, the salary is determined in accordance with the salary schedule established pursuant
to present law.
(Adds R.S. 17:418(C)(3)(d))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The House Floor Amendments to the engrossed bill:
1. Relative to proposed law exception, specifically prohibit the employee's salary from
being reduced during an academic year.