The bill if passed by the Senate would create a floor of $50,000 for new teachers. This has been a priority for Kim Reynolds as she feels the pressure from rural districts struggling to hire and retain teachers.
https://www.kcrg.com/2024/03/08/iowa-house-passes-largest-teacher-pay-increase-state-history/
https://www.kcrg.com/2024/03/08/iowa-house-passes-largest-teacher-pay-increase-state-history/