Louisiana legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Louisiana SCR80: SCHOOLS: Creates and provides for a task force to study the minimum foundation program formula and recommend permanent, predictable funding for pay raises for teachers and support staff.
Status: Passed both chambers, May 27, 2026
What the bill says
A concurrent resolution To create and provide for a task force to study the minimum foundation program formula and recommend permanent, predictable funding for pay raises for teachers and support staff.
From the introduced text:
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION To create and provide for a task force to study the minimum foundation program formula and recommend permanent, predictable funding for pay raises for teachers and support staff. WHEREAS, the Revenue Estimating Conference has recently reduced the official state revenue forecast, projecting significant declines in anticipated collections for the current and upcoming fiscal year, thereby increasing pressure on the state budget and limiting the availability of recurring revenues; and WHEREAS, in response to these fiscal challenges, since 2024, the legislature and the governor have demonstrated a consistent commitment to responsible budgeting practices, including not using nonrecurring revenue for recurring expenses and avoiding structural deficits that could jeopardize long-term fiscal stability; and WHEREAS, Governor Jeff Landry has instructed the legislature to find a source of funding for permanent, predictable pay raises for teachers that will be durable across changing fiscal conditions; and WHEREAS, the use of one-time funding sources to support ongoing obligations is Page 1 of SLS 26RS-4013 ORIGINAL SCR NO. prohibited by Article VII, Section 10 of the Constitution of Louisiana, and is particularly problematic when applied to recurring expenses such as employee compensation; and WHEREAS, the Louisiana Constitution also restricts the use of the Revenue Stabilization Fund to limited purposes, including capital outlay, transportation infrastructure, and certain declared emergencies, and does not authorize its use …
Sponsors
- Henry, Cameron (R, 9) · primary sponsor
- Adams, Roy (D, 62)
- Bacala, Tony (R, 59)
- Berault, Stephanie (R, 76)
- Billings, Beth (R, 56)
- Boudreaux, Doyle (R, 39)
- Brass, Ken (D, 58)
- Carlson, Josh (R, 43)
- Carrier, Dewith (R, 32)
- Carter, Robby (D, 72)
- Carver, Kim (R, 89)
- Cox III, Vincent (R, 85)
Latest actions
- : Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026.
- : Signed by the Speaker of the House.
- : Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate.
- : Received from the House without amendments.
- : Read by title, concurred in by vote of 94 yeas, 0 nays.
- : Scheduled for floor debate on 06/01/2026.
- : Read by title, rules suspended, passed to 3rd reading.
- : Read by title. Lies over under the rules.
- : Received in the House from the Senate.
- : Read by title and adopted by a vote of 37 yeas and 0 nays. Ordered sent to the House.
Votes
- House Vote on SCR 80, FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1826) (June 1, 2026): 94 yea, 0 nay, passed
- Senate Vote on SCR 80, ADOPT (#1388) (May 27, 2026): 37 yea, 0 nay, passed
Common questions
- What is SCR80?
- SCR80 is a bill in the Louisiana Legislature (2026 Regular Session): SCHOOLS: Creates and provides for a task force to study the minimum foundation program formula and recommend permanent, predictable funding for pay raises for teachers and support staff.
- What does SCR80 do?
- In its own words: A concurrent resolution To create and provide for a task force to study the minimum foundation program formula and recommend permanent, predictable funding for pay raises for teachers and support staff.
- What is the status of SCR80?
- Passed both chambers as of May 27, 2026. Latest action: Sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026. (June 1, 2026).
- Who sponsored SCR80?
- Henry, Cameron (R, 9), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SCR80?
- On the Louisiana Legislature website: https://legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26RS&b=SCR80
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