Teacher salaries; authorize supplement for teachers in critical shortage subject areas in "D" and "F" school districts.

HB 185 requires the Mississippi State Department of Education to pay a salary supplement to licensed teachers working in critical shortage subject areas (such as math, science, or special education) at public schools rated "D" or "F" under state accountability standards. This supplement would be paid in addition to base salaries established under existing law, directly benefiting teachers in high-need schools facing recruitment challenges. The bill amends Section 37-19-7 of Mississippi Code to mandate this state-funded supplement for eligible teachers. It does not specify the exact supplement amount but creates a new funding mechanism targeting districts with the lowest performance ratings.