HB 22-1266

House Bill 22-1266, which has been signed into law, updates the state's approach to compensating its employees. It aims to ensure that state workers receive competitive total compensation (including salary and benefits) that is equal to or better than what other employers offer, in order to attract and keep qualified staff. The bill removes references to "prevailing" practices for employee benefits, meaning the state will now focus on innovative and competitive compensation packages rather than just matching existing standards. This change affects all employees within Colorado's state personnel system. Since it has been signed, the bill is now law and its provisions are expected to be implemented by state agencies responsible for managing employee compensation.

Official Summary

The total compensation philosophy for employees in the state personnel system is modified to specify that it is the policy of the state to provide innovative total compensation that meets or exceeds total compensation provided by public or private sector employers to officers and employees in the state personnel system to ensure the recruitment, motivation, and retention of a qualified and competent workforce. References to "prevailing" total compensation and "prevailing practices" in connection with state employee benefits are eliminated. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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