http://www.theolympian.com/2014/01/15/2931326/teachers-cost-of-living-raise.html
In the state of Washington, teachers have been fighting for a cost of living raise. This is different from a regular raise because it adjusts their wages against inflation. If passed, the teachers would receive a 1.3 percent increase. The teachers in Washington have not had a raise since 2008 when the Great Recession hit. The article says that because of inflation the teacher have lost about 15 percent of their buying power because their wages have not kept up. The democrats support the bill while the republicans oppose it.
I believe it is a great idea and it is one that should be implemented in our state. If the teachers get a cost of living raise they will also be able to buy more than just basic comforts. Cost of living raises are needed in many fields besides teaching. However I am pleased that Washington has recognized this as an issue. since the economy is getting better, I'm sure more places will have the funds to support giving cost of living raises.
I think this is a very intriguing idea that should be used more. With people across the country dealing with lower wages, due to the rising cost of living and inflation among other things, it is more than justifiable to see a wage increase that adjusts to these kind of factors.
ReplyDeleteTeacher should have the cost of living adjustment. It's not a raise its just making sure they can keep up with inflation and that is really important. They should have had the adjustment way before now. Teaching is a really important job and they deserve to at least keep up the economy.
ReplyDeleteI am not an expert on labor law in PA, but I do not believe such a statewide COLA is possible in PA for teachers.
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