The bill HB2002 amends existing Arizona Revised Statutes to expand the list of Department of Corrections (DOC) employees classified under covered service. Currently, only correctional officers I, II, III, and community corrections officers are included. The new bill adds correctional captains, lieutenants, sergeants, corporals, correctional officers IV, community corrections unit supervisors, and community corrections group supervisors to this category. This change means that these additional positions will now have the same rights and protections as covered employees, including the right to appeal disciplinary actions.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that all positions listed as covered will automatically be classified as such on the effective date of the legislation. It also makes technical changes to the language of the law, ensuring clarity and consistency in the definitions and classifications of these positions. Overall, the bill aims to enhance job security and due process for a broader range of DOC employees.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-742, 41-745, 41-771, 41-619.52, 41-1830.16
House Engrossed Version: 41-742, 41-745, 41-771, 41-619.52, 41-1830.16