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Joanie Lawson Legislative Specialist 803-551-4155


Looking for the most current news from the Statehouse that affects educators? "Members Matter" is our electronic newsletter. Click here to visit our "Members Matter" page.

Click here for 2012 Legislative Activity


Going into the 2012 Legislative Session, The SCEA will be fighting for:

  • Guaranteed professional rights for educators via our Teacher Bill of Rights
  • Safe, secure pensions, health benefits
  • Adequate, stable, equitable tax policy and funding
  • Protection for taxpayers from schemes like private school vouchers, tuition tax credits

On the Watch List:

  • Budget Issues / Job Cuts / Furloughs
  • Supply Money
  • Teacher Incentive Pay / TAP / Pay for Performance
  • Tuition Tax Credits / Vouchers
  • Education Funding

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    Tips for Educators & Political Action
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    This article is from the US Dept of Education about Teacher Leadership and includes a reference to the importance of participating in the political process. 

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