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HB 667

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, providing for restrictions on administrative meetings during instructional time or planning periods.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by José Giral and 4 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania bill restricts school administrators from scheduling meetings with teachers during class time or planning periods to protect instructional and preparation time.

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Bill Summary · HB 667

Legislative bill overview

HB 667 amends Pennsylvania's Public School Code to restrict when school administrators can hold meetings with professional employees (teachers and staff). The bill prevents administrative meetings from occurring during instructional time or designated planning periods, protecting time dedicated to teaching and preparation.

Why is this important

Teachers and professional staff currently lose instructional and planning time to administrative meetings, which can disrupt classroom schedules and reduce time available for lesson preparation. This bill aims to preserve protected time for core educational functions and teacher work, potentially improving instructional quality and staff work-life balance.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative flexibility: Schools may argue the restriction limits their ability to address urgent issues or communicate important information efficiently, particularly during crises or time-sensitive matters
  • Definition ambiguity: The bill doesn't clarify what constitutes "planning periods" or how schools with varying schedules should implement this—schools on block schedules or with flexible planning times may face compliance challenges
  • Compliance burden: Districts could face logistical difficulties scheduling necessary administrative meetings within non-instructional windows, potentially requiring early morning, late afternoon, or after-hours meetings that burden staff

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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