VT H0239

Temporary and seasonal State employees would receive whistleblower protections, pay matching classified employee scales, and leave benefits including sick leave, annual leave, parental/family leave, and holidays

Temporary and seasonal employees cannot be terminated without good cause

Temporary employees working for six months or more must receive health insurance meeting Affordable Care Act minimum essential coverage standards, including dependent coverage

Long-term temporary employees working more than 1,280 hours per year for two years become eligible for collective bargaining rights under the State Employees Labor Relations Act and Judiciary Employees Labor Relations Act

Effective date: July 1, 2025