Sen. R. J. Palmer on Raises for Teachers in Budget Plan

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Channel: KET - Kentucky Educational Television · 2014 · News & Politics

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In discussing the Senate version of the Kentucky state budget, Minority Floor Leader R. J. Palmer (D-Winchester) applauded his Republican counterparts for fully funding retirement plans, maintaining commitments to K-12 education, and restoring the 2.5 percent cut to higher education.  But he expressed concerns about language that makes raises for teachers optional instead of mandatory. He spoke on March 24, 2014.

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