SB 106
Relating to locality pay to certain DOH employees
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 106 would allow the West Virginia Commissioner of Highways to offer locality pay to employees of the Division of Highways. This pay would be provided to employees working in specific areas designated by the commissioner where it’s needed to attract and keep qualified workers. The locality pay could be up to $10,000 per year above the employee’s regular salary, and the commissioner would need to create rules for this program with legislative approval. The goal is to improve the Division of Highways’ ability to hire and retain employees.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Commissioner of Highways to offer locality pay.
- Locality pay is for Division of Highways employees.
- Commissioner designates areas needing locality pay.
- Pay differential can exceed salary range.
- Maximum locality pay is $10,000 per year.
- Commissioner must create rules for the program.
- Rules require legislative approval.
Who is affected
- Division of Highways Employees
- West Virginia Commissioner of Highways
- State of West Virginia
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