The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 7193, aims to amend the current structure and compensation of the Board of Pardons and Paroles. Specifically, it repeals subsection (c) of section 54-124a of the general statutes and introduces new provisions regarding the compensation of board members. Under the new law, ten members of the board will be required to work full-time and will receive compensation determined by the Commissioner of Administrative Services. The remaining members will receive a per diem payment, also determined by the Commissioner, for their duties, along with reimbursement for necessary expenses incurred while performing their responsibilities.

The bill also emphasizes the importance of leadership within the board by stipulating that the chairperson, or a designated member in their absence, must be present at all board meetings and participate in decision-making. This change is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and reflects a shift in how board member compensation is structured, moving from a fixed daily rate to a more flexible per diem system.