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Division of Personnel reports shrinkage and retirements; health insurance premiums rise 4%
Summary
The Division of Personnel told senators the central government employee population dropped to 5,827, with notable numbers eligible for retirement; the government implemented a 4% group health insurance rate increase effective Oct. 1, 2024.
Officials from the Division of Personnel briefed the Senate Committee on Budget on Feb. 18 about workforce levels, hiring activity and benefits cost trends.
Director Cindy Richardson said the central government workforce counted 5,827 employees as of the report date — 2,967 in St. Thomas & John and 2,860 in St. Croix — down from 6,724 reported in early 2023. Richardson said the numbers are fluid because of separations, retirements and rehires; the…
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