VETERANS PREFERENCE IN THE STATE CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM
House Joint Resolution CC
Sponsor: Rep. Randy Richardville
Committee: Civil Law and the Judiciary
Complete to 9-18-02
A SUMMARY OF HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION CC AS INTRODUCED 9-17-02
The joint resolution would amend Article XI Section 5 of the state constitution to require the Civil Service Commission to determine the qualifications for a classified position based on an individual's status as an honorably discharged veteran of the United States armed forces, and grant preference in appointments in the classified system to those otherwise qualified individuals who are honorably discharged veterans of the United States armed forces.
The joint resolution would be submitted to the voters at the next general election.
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This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan House staff for use by House members in their deliberations, and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.