CT SB00419

Establishes a "state employee training account" as a nonlapsing account held by the State Treasurer to fund career development for state employees.

Deposits an amount equal to two percent of the state payroll into the training account annually.

Provides funding for certifications, education, trainings, seminars, conferences, and programs that assist employees in obtaining promotional opportunities, including programs for employees who do not qualify for federal or state job training programs.

All state employees are eligible to apply for funds from the account.

Account shall be administered by a joint labor-management committee with equal representation, with labor members appointed by the State Employees Bargaining Agent Coalition and management members appointed proportionally by state employers under chapter 68 of the general statutes.