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Compensation proposals for state employees discussed, multiple motions withdrawn and deferred
Summary
The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee debated competing compensation proposals for state employees, amended one proposal to include non-classified IT staff and ultimately withdrew both major motions to allow staff to refine language and numbers.
Committee members debated several competing proposals to change employee compensation for FY2026, including a CEC committee recommendation and at least one substitute crafted by Senate members.
Representative Furnace introduced the CEC package as a motion that would provide $1.55 per hour for permanent state employees (equivalent to a higher percentage for lower-paid workers), incorporate an 8% trooper pay increase at Idaho State Police, a $1.55-or-3% increase…
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