WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — With changes recently proposed for the West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency, teachers around the state are outraged.
Tuesday, Mingo County teachers, service personnel and other state employees held an informational picket outside the Mingo County Courthouse. Then, again Wednesday morning, parents of Mingo County students hosted a solidarity rally outside of their children’s respective schools. The rallies were held in support of those the proposed bill would effect. Parents want teachers and other personnel to know they stand behind them and appreciate everything they do for students.
The Public Employees Insurance Agency provides medical insurance to all teachers, service personnel and other state employees. Among the proposed changes, public employees would be required to track their steps and record their calorie intake. Those who refuse would be charged a minimum fee of $25 per month. The cost to employees would double, and the bill would also eliminate seniority.
The Mingo County Education Association has organized a solidarity day for Mingo County teachers. The date for that has not yet been determined.
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