This bill amends existing law to mandate that election workers receive compensation for attending required training programs. Previously, compensation for such training was at the discretion of the county, and there was no guarantee that workers would be paid. The new provision stipulates that election workers must be paid an hourly rate that aligns with the State minimum wage for the time spent in these mandatory training sessions. This change aims to ensure that all election workers are fairly compensated for their time and effort in preparing for their roles.

Additionally, the bill allows counties to apply for reimbursement from the State for the costs associated with compensating election workers for their training. This includes not only the standard compensation for serving in elections but also the hourly wages for training attendance. The bill thus seeks to enhance the financial support for election workers while ensuring that they are adequately prepared for their responsibilities during elections.

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Introduced: 19:45-6.2