State government compensation plans and salaries legislative review reinstatement

SF 3431 restores legislative review of state employee compensation plans and salaries by requiring the Legislative Coordinating Commission to approve these plans before they take effect. The bill directly affects state employees not covered by collective bargaining agreements (including many classified and unclassified staff) and the Legislative Coordinating Commission. Key provisions mandate that the commissioner of management and budget submit compensation plans to the Commission for approval under amended sections 3.855 and 43A.18, rather than allowing interim implementation without legislative review. This reinstates a process that was previously removed, ensuring the legislature has a formal role in approving pay structures before they are implemented. The bill does not change existing collective bargaining agreements but requires similar review for non-bargaining employee compensation.