Minimum teacher salary for the 2025-2026 school year has been set by the Illinois Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability pursuant to Illinois Public Act 103-515. Minimum salary for the year is $42,411, which represents a 2.97% increase (consistent with CPI-U over the prior 12 months ending June 30, 2024) over the minimum salary for the 2024-2025 school year of $41,188.
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The recent announcement by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) regarding updates to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has significant implications for schools across Illinois – and the nation. These changes, set to take effect on July 1, 2024, and January 1, 2025, respectively, may require significant shifts in how schools manage pay structures and payroll. Understanding these amendments is crucial for school boards and administrators as they navigate the complexities of compliance while balancing budgetary constraints and employment contracts.
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PA 103-472, effective August 1, 2024
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