Soñia Galaviz — So ia Galaviz explains that the RS is included to correct a technical error in the bill text and clarifies the purpose of the technical change.
Soñia Galaviz — Representative Galaviz is identified as being present and speaking; she is asked about carrying the measure and then begins testimony on House Bill 815.
Jennifer Lingle — Jennifer Lingle was introduced as the next virtual testifier and then testified in support of House Bill 816. She described her nursing background and her experience applying for school nursing positions, explaining that her clinical experience was recognized for hiring but not for pay advancement until she completed certification and other requirements. She noted that many school nurses receive higher starting salaries and credit for experience, and argued that House Bill 816 would standardize pay practices to help districts recruit and retain experienced professionals for these important roles.
Heather Williams — Heather Williams testified on behalf of the Idaho Association of School Administrators in support of the bill, explaining that it would help retain and recruit talented instructional staff and pupil services personnel.
Alex Beale — Alex Beale testified on behalf of Career Technical Educators of Idaho in support of House Bill 816 and the retention of industry teachers. He explained that certification and endorsement barriers can force industry teachers to split their time with other jobs instead of focusing on teaching, argued that students benefit from qualified teachers with industry experience, and noted that the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education has been reviewing and changing certification requirements. He concluded by urging a yes vote on the bill.
Heather Dennis — Former director of Answer Charter School begins testimony on the school's transportation funding history.
Jessica Saltseater — A new testifier is called up next; the speaker confirms the name pronunciation.
Jessica Salceder — Testified in support of House Bill 815 and described her family's experience with Answer Charter School.
Renee Bade — Testified as the current executive director and parent at Answer Charter School.
Tony Wisniewski — Galaviz references Representative Wisniewski's question about charter funding going forward.
Jack Nelsen — Representative Nelsen is called on before making the motion.
Mr. Taitro — Mr. Taitro first noted that the relevant materials were available in the member’s OneDrive. He then explained that any teacher entering the system must be paid at least the Residency 1 minimum of about $50,252, while maximum pay is determined locally. He also said the fiscal note is difficult to calculate because the model uses an average.
Dale Hawkins — Referred to as 'the good chairman' and used as an example of an advanced professional placement.
Dale Hawkins — Used as an example of a full-time teacher whose status affects the average.
Dale Hawkins — Chair Hawkins is thanked by the witness.
Dale Hawkins — Chair Hawkins is addressed by the witness.
Dale Hawkins — Jennifer Lingle addressed Chairman Hawkins and the committee.
Dale Hawkins — Multiple speakers address Chair/Chairman Hawkins during the hearing, beginning with a brief acknowledgment and continuing through testimony and questions. The chair is repeatedly named as speakers open their remarks and respond to discussion, including references during testimony and while answering questions about charter school funding.
Teresa Fritch — Teresa Fritch is introduced as the first witness and begins her testimony by identifying herself.
Dr. Joy Jensen — The chair announces virtual testimony from Dr. Joy Jensen, with a brief repeated/misfired mention of her name in the transcript.
Dr. Joy Jansen — Witness identifies herself and testifies in support of the bill.
Soñia Galaviz — Chair refers to Representative Galaviz as the next speaker after testimony.
Jared Taitro — Explained where the Idaho career ladder is found in code and identified the main sections governing placement, movement, and apportionment.
Dave Lent — Addressed as Mr. Chairman.
Dave Lent — Addressed as Mr. Chair.
Barbara Ehardt — Asked a side question about access to the materials and then shifted to asking about teacher pay limits.
Barbara Ehardt — Addressed by the witness during the follow-up on turnover statistics.