HI HB618

Appropriates funds for a one-time hazard pay bonus for state employees in bargaining units 5, 6, and 7 in recognition of pandemic-related hazard exposure and essential services provided.

Extends the bonus to non-bargaining unit state employees belonging to the same compensation plans as bargaining units 5, 6, and 7.

Requires eligible employees to have been employed during a specified time period (dates not filled in the bill text) to receive the bonus.

Director of Finance is responsible for allocating appropriated funds to state departments for bonus distribution.

Takes effect July 1, 2025; specific dollar amounts for each bargaining unit are not specified in the bill text.