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Committee hears HF 4139 to clarify benefits/accounting for state-to-county supervision transfers
Summary
HF 4139 (with an a-one amendment) aims to clarify funding and benefit-accounting when supervision delivery transfers between state and county systems; counties urged clearer timelines and benefit protections, while DOC and labor raised system complexity and active litigation concerns.
Representative introduced House File 4139 with an a-one amendment to clarify how benefits and funding are accounted for when supervision delivery transitions from state to county systems. County probation and corrections leaders, including Mike McMIllan, said the bill would create transparent timelines and an appropriation account to preserve employee benefits and ensure continuity of services during transitions.
Deputy Commissioner Sophie Hahn of the Department of Corrections acknowledged issues with interpretation of grade levels, benefits and leave accruals after the Justice Reinvestment Initiative and said the department is concerned the bill may be premature because active litigation and broader system-level complexities remain. Labor representatives also warned that employees risk losing accrued sick leave under some transitions and urged a more comprehensive approach.
Members and stakeholders agreed to continue work with DOC and labor to balance employee protections and intergovernmental responsibilities. The bill was laid over for additional negotiation.
