HB 3050 - DIGEST

Finds that a system of compensation for all academic employees that recognizes experience, education, and continuing professional development will foster quality teaching throughout the faculty ranks.

Declares an intent that state appropriations be adjusted to an amount which, together with faculty turnover savings, provides for a fair and equitable funding of faculty salary increments for both part-time and full-time faculty.

Directs the state board for community and technical colleges to convene a task force comprised of representatives from the state board, the presidents' organization, the trustees' organization, the faculties' organization as defined by RCW 28B.52.020(7), as well as the Washington part-time faculty association, to advise the state board on guidelines for the fair and equitable distribution of increment funds to both part-time and full-time faculty.