House Bill 1356 Summary

• Allows appointing authorities of state service agencies to authorize telework for employees under a telework policy approved by the State Personnel Board.

• Requires agencies implementing telework to establish procedures protecting confidential information, ensure supervisory oversight of work product, and maintain office staffing for public contact.

• Mandates all teleworking employees sign agreements specifying work schedules, protocols for accessibility, workplace safety, and information security requirements.

• Requires agencies under State Personnel Board jurisdiction to report names, job titles, office schedules, and telework schedules of teleworking employees; State Personnel Board must report annually to legislative committees by December 31.

• Makes telework provisions effective July 1, 2024, and repeals subsections (2) through (6) on July 1, 2025, unless extended by future legislation.