Bill
H 2627
Overview: H 2627, an Act to ensure pay parity for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers, has been reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Ways an
Overview: H 2627, an Act to ensure pay parity for county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers, has been reported favorably by committee and referred to the House Ways and Means committee.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address the pay disparity between county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers compared to their counterparts in state-run correctional facilities. The goal is to ensure fair and competitive compensation for these essential public safety personnel.
Key Provisions:
- Requires county sheriffs to provide pay and benefits for correction officers and jail officers that are at least equal to the pay and benefits provided to state correctional officers with similar duties and responsibilities
- Establishes a mechanism for the state to provide funding to counties to help cover the increased personnel costs
- Mandates regular reviews and adjustments to maintain pay parity over time
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill directly affects county sheriffs' correction officers and jail officers, who will benefit from improved pay and benefits. It also impacts county budgets, which may need to allocate additional funds to meet the new pay parity requirements, with the state providing financial assistance.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been reported favorably by the committee and is now under consideration by the House Ways and Means committee. If passed, the new pay parity requirements would likely be implemented over a phased timeline to allow counties to adjust their budgets accordingly.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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