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HB2335: Relating To Workforce Development.

Senate Labor and Technology: Passed, With Amendments

Mar 25, 2026 · Senate

Committee decision
The measure behind this decision

What this measure contains

Establishes that certain participants in state-funded internship and workforce development programs are eligible for internal recruitment. Authorizes any state department, division, or agency to make certain determinations regarding an applicant's minimum qualifications in conducting a minimum qualification review. Repeals the requirement that a state department, division, or agency shall submit to the Department of Human Resources Development the applications for individuals who have met the minimum qualifications for a vacant position. Repeals the requirement that DHRD shall complete certain necessary tasks to facilitate the hiring of applications. Authorizes the director or head of a state department, division, or agency to directly hire an individual who meets the minimum qualifications for a civil service position. (SD2)

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Official text and draft versions

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Recorded decision and member tally

Senate Labor and Technology: Passed, With Amendments

This record lists 5 members; its source-reported total is 5.

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Source outcome: passed.

Yes
4
No
0
Not voting
0
Absent / excused
1

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Members listed for this decision

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