Teacher Pay Raise

Bill To Raise Minimum Teacher Pay Has Hidden Complexities

Senate Bill 516 would increase the state’s minimum salary for teachers with a bachelor’s degree or higher to $50,000, bringing West Virginia in line with neighboring states like Virginia and Ohio.

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Morrisey Makes State Employee Pay Raise A Priority

The pay raises proposed by Morrisey will apply to state employees who are funded through the general revenue budget, which includes the vast majority of state workers. This category covers teachers, State Police, corrections officers and many other essential public servants. 

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Treasurer Says Legislature Should Focus On Education 

State Treasurer Larry Pack said he wants lawmakers to increase local control of schools, prioritize teacher pay and defend the Hope Scholarship.

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Police Investigation, Legislation Focus Of Governor’s Briefing

Questions continue to surround the traffic stop of a state Cabinet secretary last week. 

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