AR SB77

Employees under the Uniform Classification and Compensation Act may receive a one-time market adjustment of up to 3% of base salary, effective July 1, 2024, expiring June 30, 2025.

Updates state employee pay tables for General Salaries, Information Technology, Medical Professional, and Senior Executive positions effective July 1, 2024, with increased minimum and maximum salary ranges across all grades.

Increases special rate of pay authority from 30% to 40% above entry pay level, with office approval required for rates above 40% up to maximum pay level.

Authorizes state agencies to provide special compensation awards and recruitment incentives, including lump-sum bonuses up to $5,000, incentive leave, or annual leave payouts, subject to written plans and Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee approval.

Declares an emergency effective July 1, 2024, to ensure continued state services and operations with new compensation provisions for the upcoming fiscal year.