From the Idaho Statesman
BOISE, Idaho — A House Committee has approved a plan to modify teacher contracts as a way for school districts to save money during financial emergencies.
It allows school boards to declare a fiscal emergency and modify teacher contracts through an extensive process that includes a public hearing on the changes and comment from the local teachers union. The bill has the support of many state education groups including teachers associations and school boards.
House Education Committee Chairman Rep. Bob Nonini told the committee Friday that the bill would give individual districts flexibility to make budget decisions that are best for both students and teachers.
The Coeur d'Alene Republican said several state districts may already qualify to declare a state of emergency.
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