Appropriation; Workers' Compensation Commission.

The bill version identifier was updated from 'Committee Substitute' to 'As Passed the Senate' to reflect its current legislative status.

The total General Fund appropriation increased by approximately $171,678, raising the budget from $6,219,424 to $6,391,102.

The authorized permanent headcount increased from 50 to 53 employees, allowing for three additional full-time positions.

Specific salary amounts were updated for the Commission Chairman ($142,200), Members ($137,800), Administrative Law Judges ($132,900), and the Executive Director ($132,900).

New Section 5 mandates that the Commission Chairman, two members, eight administrative judges, and the executive director must be full-time employees working at least 40 hours per week.

New Section 7 establishes specific performance targets, including resolving 900-950 cases within 3-6 months and reviewing 34% of self-insurers annually.

New restrictions were added to prevent using General Funds to replace withdrawn federal or special funds, and to ensure compliance with IRS reporting rules for contract employees.

New Section 6 clarifies that 'Vacancy Funding' is strictly for filling previously authorized but unfilled positions and prohibits using it for promotions or salary increases for current staff.