ID H0490

Clarifies that nonclassified positions in the executive department will be paid comparable salaries to classified positions with similar duties, responsibilities, training, and experience in consultation with the Division of Human Resources.

Authorizes department directors and the administrator of the Division of Human Resources to seek legal remedies, including deductions from accrued vacation funds, from employees who resign during a designated period after receiving a recruitment or retention bonus.

Specifies that recruitment or retention bonuses may be awarded to nonclassified employees (except elected officials or those with fixed salaries) based on meritorious service after completing at least six months of service.

Makes technical corrections to Section 59-1603, Idaho Code, including clarifying language regarding judicial department salary schedules and national guard personnel policies.

Requires appointing authorities to submit annual reports to the Division of Financial Management and Legislative Services Office by October 1 on all recruitment and retention awards granted in the preceding fiscal year.