Iowa Teacher Retention and Rural Schools Act

This bill establishes targeted retention bonuses for teachers in high-need subjects and rural school districts, expands streamlined certification pathways for qualified professionals and out-of-state educators, and provides grants for rural schools to support mentoring, shared staffing, and professional development. The Department of Education shall administer the program using clear eligibility standards, annual reporting, and available appropriations, with the goal of strengthening teacher recruitment and retention while maintaining instructional quality.