AGMER Rejects Provincial Government’s Salary Proposal, Declares Conflict

The Asociación Gremial del Magisterio de Entre Ríos (AGMER) has rejected a salary proposal presented by the provincial government on Monday, February 23, 2026 and has declared a conflict situation, citing the Teacher Parity Law. The rejection stems from the government’s offer, which AGMER’s Congress deemed insufficient to address the demands of educators in the province.

Details of the Rejected Proposal

The provincial government’s proposal, presented during a joint hearing, included the following components:

• A fixed, non-remunerative and non-rewardable amount of $45,000.
• A fixed, non-remunerative and non-rewardable amount of $25,000 for teachers with over 10 years of seniority.
• A 50% increase in School Aid.
• A fixed amount of $30,000 for retirees.
• A commitment to revisit discussions in May.

AGMER’s Response and Declaration of Conflict

AGMER’s Congress formally rejected the proposal and has invoked the Teacher Parity Law, signaling a conflict situation. The union’s central press secretariat announced the decision, stating that the offer did not meet the demands raised during their Congress. AGMER had previously mandated its provincial directive to request the reopening of salary negotiations, emphasizing the need to fulfill the entirety of the agreement signed on March 6, 2025.

Background: Previous Salary Agreements and Demands

In February 2025, AGMER accepted a salary proposal from the government, but declared it “insufficient.” The acceptance was conditional on several points, including:

• Retroactive application of all increases to February.
• Updates to the base calculation of increases in March, August, and November.
• Continued work on the Nomenclador Commission to address salary scale distortions.
• Maintaining an open parity discussion.
• Inclusion of a remunerative and bonus-eligible amount for teachers with less than 10 years of experience.

Looking Ahead

AGMER’s rejection of the current proposal and declaration of conflict indicate a potential escalation in negotiations with the provincial government. The union is expected to pursue further action to advocate for its members’ demands, with the next scheduled discussion anticipated in May. The outcome of these negotiations will significantly impact the financial well-being of educators and retirees in Entre Ríos province.