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BOLI wins $22 million infusion, aims to clear intake backlogs by 2027 and investigations by 2029
Summary
The Bureau of Labor and Industries told the committee that the 2025 Legislature approved roughly $22 million and nearly 50 FTE to reduce case backlogs, reclassify staff and implement a case-management system; the bureau expects to clear intake backlogs by mid‑2027 and investigative backlogs by mid‑2029 but warned the funding is temporary.
The Bureau of Labor and Industries told the Senate Interim Committee on Labor and Business on Sept. 30 that the 2025 legislative package provides roughly $22 million and nearly 50 full‑time equivalents to rebuild enforcement capacity, implement a case-management system and reduce longstanding backlogs.
"This budget reflects an additional $22,000,000 investment or an increase of nearly 50 FTE at the bureau," Josh Nasby said. He said the funding includes a roughly…
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