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SF0188
Teacher Tenure Changes
Last scannedOct 22, 2026, 2:19 AM
In one sentence
This act changes Wyoming's education laws by removing certain protections for teachers and modifying procedures for suspensions, dismissals, and terminations.
What it does
- Removes the concept of 'continuing contract' status for teachers in Wyoming.
- Modifies the requirements for hearings when a teacher is recommended for termination or faces suspension without pay.
Who it affects
- Teachers in Wyoming, especially those who previously had continuing contract status or were considered nonprobationary teachers.
Limits and unknowns
- The bill is marked as inactive, meaning it did not pass in its current session.
- Details about specific changes to hearing procedures and other aspects of teacher employment are limited due to incomplete information provided.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Probationary teacher
- A teacher employed by the same school district for less than three (3) consecutive years.
Official record
Sources
Official activity
Bill history
- S:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to SR 5-4Senate
- S No report prior to CoW CutoffSenate
- S Introduced and Referred to S04 - EducationSenate
- S Received for IntroductionSenate
- Bill Number AssignedLSO