An act relating to the Vermont State and Judiciary Employees’ Cost-Savings Incentive Program

This bill reinstates a program allowing Vermont Executive and Judicial branch employees to earn financial rewards for suggestions that save state government money. Eligible nonmanagement state employees can submit cost-saving ideas, which must meet specific criteria (like being feasible, not already under review, and not harming service quality) before adoption. If implemented, employees receive 25% of the first-year savings (capped at $25,000) paid by the agency realizing the savings. The bill also establishes a review process for disputed denials or disputed savings calculations, with final decisions by the State Auditor or Court Administrator.