HB 3495
Requires the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission to study the implications and necessary changes of law to establish merit-based compensation for the workforce in kindergarten through post-secondary education in this state.
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TPSC) to examine how to create a system of merit-based pay for educators in Oregon’s schools, from kindergarten through post-secondary education. The TPSC will investigate the legal implications and necessary changes needed to implement such a system. Their findings and recommendations will be submitted to the Legislative Assembly’s education committees by September 15, 2026.
Key provisions
- The Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TPSC) must conduct a study.
- The study will focus on establishing merit-based compensation for educators.
- The study must consider legal implications and necessary changes.
- The TPSC will submit a report to the education interim committees.
- The report is due by September 15, 2026.
- The bill includes a sunset provision, with Section 2 repealing Section 1 on January 2, 2027.
Who is affected
- Teachers
- The Teacher Standards and Practices Commission
- Oregon’s K-12 and post-secondary education system
- The Legislative Assembly (specifically education committees)
Notable changes
- The bill establishes a formal process for exploring merit-based pay in Oregon’s education system.
- It mandates a specific timeline for the TPSC to complete and submit its study.
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