H1030 - 2016 Appropriations Act. (SL 2016-94)

Overview: Sec. 8.16 of S.L. 2016-94 allows positions for classroom teachers to be converted to dollar equivalents to contract for visiting international exchange teachers (VIETs) through a VIET program approved by the State. The converted funds may only be used to provide VIETS with salaries commensurate with their experience levels, to provide any State-approved bonuses, and to cover costs associated with supporting VIETs, including programming and related activities, background checks, medical coverage, and other program administration services in accordance with federal regulations for the Exchange Visitor Program.

This section became effective July 1, 2016.