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Bill Summary · SF 1169

Summary of SF 1169 (2025) — Appropriation Reduction for Vacant State Positions (180-Day Threshold)

Basic information

  • Bill number: SF 1169
  • Title: Appropriation reduction for state government positions that have been left unfilled for at least 180 days requirement
  • Status: Referred to State and Local Government
  • Introduced: February 10, 2025
  • Companion bill: HF 2174
  • Subject: Employment and Economic Development Department; Government Employees; Government-State

Purpose and intent

SF 1169 aims to address state government spending by creating a mechanism to reduce appropriations for positions that have been vacant for a prolonged period (at least 180 days). The underlying goal appears to be to encourage timely filling of vacancies and to realize budgetary savings by limiting funding for positions that are not actively staffed.

Key provisions (as indicated by the bill’s title and summary)

  • Vacancy threshold: Any state government position that remains unfilled for 180 days would be subject to an appropriation reduction.
  • Budget impact: The bill would authorize reductions to the appropriation for the affected position(s).
  • Administration and calculations: The specific method for calculating the reduction, including any rounding, tiering, or adjustments, would be set forth in the bill’s text.
  • Exemptions and details: The bill would outline any exemptions, transitional rules, reporting requirements, and administrative procedures in its full text.

Note: The current available information does not provide the exact calculation method, exemptions, or implementation timeline beyond the threshold and the general concept.

Who or what would be affected

  • Affected entities: State government agencies and departments that operate with appropriations funding for positions.
  • Direct impact: Vacancies that reach or exceed the 180-day threshold could trigger reductions in the related appropriations, potentially influencing program funding and staffing decisions.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction date: February 10, 2025
  • Initial actions: Introduction and first reading on February 10, 2025, followed by referral to State and Local Government.
  • Relation to companion: HF 2174 is the companion bill in the House.

Potential impact and considerations

  • The bill could create a financial incentive for agencies to fill vacancies more promptly to avoid funding reductions.
  • If implemented, agencies may need enhanced vacancy tracking and regular reporting to ensure compliance with the 180-day threshold.
  • The exact impact on service delivery, staffing norms, and any carve-outs would depend on the final statutory language, including exemptions and the calculation methodology.

Next steps for readers

  • Review the full text of SF 1169 (and HF 2174) to understand the calculation method, exemptions, effective date, and any transition provisions.
  • Monitor committee actions in State and Local Government for clarifications and amendments.

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

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