Survey shows nearly 2/3 of teachers oppose Landry’s plan to sustain stipends

By: Greg LaRose

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: June 22, 2026

Words: 767

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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A survey of Louisiana teacher union members found nearly two-thirds of respondents oppose Gov. Jeff Landry’s proposal to divert school operations funding to provide another round of pay stipends for public school teachers and support staff.

Results from a Louisiana Federation of Teachers’ survey were made public Monday, a day before a deadline for state lawmakers to approve the governor’s plan through a virtual vote. It will take two-thirds backing from each legislative chamber for …

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