The House Resolution No. 29 proposes the approval of a memorandum of understanding between the State of Connecticut's Office of Labor Relations and the Connecticut State Employees Association (CSEA) regarding the inclusion of employees classified as Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisors into the bargaining unit. This resolution was reported favorably by the House Committee on Appropriations and is aimed at formalizing the classification changes for these employees, which will be effective retroactively from December 30, 2022.
The financial implications of this resolution indicate an estimated cost of $142,222 for the fiscal year 2023, which includes salary adjustments and fringe benefits for 63 affected employees. The average cost per employee is projected to be $2,261. The ongoing annualized cost is expected to rise to approximately $284,884 starting in fiscal year 2024, subject to changes based on the number of employees impacted. The resolution reflects a commitment to enhancing the labor relations framework within the state while ensuring fair compensation for employees in this classification.