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SB 1037

AN ACT INCREASING THE PER DIEM RATE FOR MEMBERS OF THE STATE BOARD OF LABOR RELATIONS AND COMPENSATION FOR MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jorge Cabrera

Connecticut bill raises per diem for labor board members and creates new compensation structure for mediation arbitrators to improve recruitment and board service capacity.

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Bill Summary · SB 1037

Legislative bill overview

SB 1037 increases the daily per diem rates paid to members of Connecticut's State Board of Labor Relations and establishes compensation for members of the Board of Mediation and Arbitration, who currently receive no payment. The bill adjusts reimbursement amounts to reflect the cost of service on these oversight boards.

Why is this important

Board members dedicate time to adjudicating labor disputes and mediating workplace conflicts that affect Connecticut workers and employers. Inadequate compensation can discourage qualified candidates from serving, potentially affecting the quality and accessibility of these dispute-resolution services. The changes may improve board recruitment and retention while increasing state operational costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and budget impact: The bill increases state expenditures without identified funding sources, raising questions about fiscal responsibility during budget deliberations
  • Equity across boards: The bill treats two boards differently (increasing one, adding compensation to another), requiring justification for the disparate approach
  • Scope of compensation philosophy: Disagreement over whether administrative/regulatory boards should be paid positions versus volunteer service, particularly for mediation roles

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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