Originally published: . Volume 13, No. 6. Source pages: 1.
The Legislature adjourns this week after a calm session that was supported by an influx of extra funding. Additional funds included a flood of COVID-19 pandemic recovery money, corporate taxes, hurricane rehabilitation, and investments from the federal government. Because of this, public universities and college faculty are expected to receive a 3% raise. The governor pushed for 5% but Republicans drew it down. Lawmakers increased funding for organizations that provide home health care workers, facilities, and programs for people with disabilities. Increases in pay are supposed to go to employees who work directly with patients and clients. Lawmakers increased entry-level pay for prison staff and child welfare workers. Teachers and support staff will also receive annual pay increases of $1500 and $750 respectively. See more legislative news in this issue.
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