VGEA Executive Director, Marshall Terry, will be there along with members, guests, and the VGEA team. Annual salaries of persons appointed to positions by the General Assembly, pursuant to the provisions of 2.2-200 and 2.2-400, Code of Virginia, shall be paid in the amounts shown. In no case shall any interest be paid on any refund due pursuant to this enactment. Northam unveils Virginia budget plan, with raises for public employees and tax cuts aimed at working families, Photos of closed businesses show how the world is getting more isolated, 'Mud wizard' taunts German police stuck at coal protest. Were still trying to get the fine print, but the administration says for taxpayers filing a return before July 1, 2022, refunds due pursuant to this enactment shall be issued on or after July 1, 2022, but before October 17, 2022. ", "The delayed budget pushed back the timing for the Department of Taxation," he stated. Were still trying to get the fine print, but the administration says for taxpayers filing a return before July 1, 2022, refunds due pursuant to this enactment shall be issued on or after July 1, 2022, but before October 17, 2022. The $4 billion in tax cuts, which will happen over three years, will bring one-time tax rebates of $250 for individual filers and $500 for families this year. McCloskey:Lets start with the politics. Employees have raised a number of concerns about the policy, not only over the timelines, but also because of the rising cost of gas and parking. Requires each public college to adopt an official policy on academic freedom and begin reporting on the state of free expression and diversity of thought on their campus. This was a ceremonial signing because the actual budget documents aren't fully prepared. Members of the Virginia Governmental Employees Association (VGEA) team attended the opening of the Virginia General Assembly session on January 11, 2023, as the 45-day session officially gaveled in. Lump Sum Payment to VRS in FY 2022 (HB29 Caboose Budget,Budget Item 277 #1c). (This amendment provides $66.5 million from the general fund in fiscal year 2023 for a one-time bonus payment of $1,000 to state employees on December 1, 2022. He also proposed the same increases for all state employees and state-sponsored local employees, at a cost of more than $1.5 billion. And while the gas tax holiday wasnt approved, other funding measures will bring good news to all Virginians including nearly $4 billion in income and sales tax cuts and $3 billion for education. Contact Greg Jordan at gjordan@bdtonline.com. Workers who need it, not just who want it.. A second deadline passed June 30 without comment by the administration., A summary of a survey from the Virginia Government Employees Association of more than 400 state employees described the telework process as rushed and confusing.. Ive been a budget conferee for several years now, and while it may have taken some time, I have to say that this has been the most cordial conversation that Ive been involved with.. They didnt get one of Youngkins other big priorities a gas tax holiday . We emailed an important legislative update this week to members of the VGEA. As you know, a part of the VGEAs ongoing legislative agenda includes advocacy for flexible work options. That concerns only continued to grow, he said. We strive to be relevant, from the 21-year-old new employee to the 100-year-old retiree. Virginia residents will see some significant tax relief coming out of the budget deal. Find out how well help VGEA members stay up-to-date throughout the session beginning with our first legislative update via email from our lobbyist exclusively for members. The VGEA also asked the administration to 1) delay the implementation of the new policy until September, 2) to reconsider the blanket nature of the telework policy in favor of returning to a policy that considers the complexities and nuances of all state jobs and trusts the administration of the policy to the individual agencies, and 3) to allow the VGEA to provide consultation on this policy and future policies., A new survey shows some state employees have significant concerns with Gov. In fact, the proposed spending plan would pump so much money into reserves leaving them at nearly $3.9 billion, or almost 17 percent of state revenue that the General Assembly would have to authorize the state to exceed legal limits on the amount of cash held in reserve. 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This amendment directs the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) to collect information from Community Services Boards and the Behavioral Health Authority on employee compensation to assist in developing a proposal to address compensation issues to be considered in the 2023 Session. Also included are $400 million in cash grants in which each jurisdiction will receive at least $1 million to address planning and design needs as well as smaller capital improvements. Glenn Youngkin has imposed, but some say their supervisors have shown little flexibility in carrying it out., The Virginia Governmental Employees Association (VGEA) was surprised to hear of the Governors new telework policy for state employees for the first time by email last Thursday, May 12. In May, the VGEA had asked members who are current state employees to share their hardships related to the new telework policy so that we could compile and present the concerns directly to the administration. Ralph Northam (D) has proposed the final state budget of his term in office, using massive surpluses to fund both pay raises and tax cuts. Public school teachers and state. Morefield said the budget ensures Virginia will maintain its AAA bond rating, and makes significant tax cuts, including the elimination of the grocery tax on food. Sam Rasoul, D-Roanoke, the lone House Democrat from Southwest Virginia, said that while the budget clearly has some room for improvement in the future, he urged Youngkin to sign it immediately. Law in the budget virginia state employee raises 2023 for introduction by the General Schedule base raise! For the negotiators, its been no walk in the park after the General Assembly in March adjourned its regular session without a budget. This is effective on August 1, 2022. Thats a big chunk of change. Other lawmakers also applauded the budget. The VGEA is grateful that the budget has been approved, and were thankful for the ways that state workers, retirees, and citizens will benefit. This all has to be said and done by July 1, when the state begins a new budget year. In no case shall any interest be paid on any refund due pursuant to this enactment. - Pay raises for state and local law enforcement, correctional officers, local sheriffs deputies. But it doesnt sound like the state is also talking about cutting services? Youngkin will inherit a Virginia government stuffed with cash, but what he can do with it remains uncertain. The Virginia Governmental Employees Association has asked the administration to delay implementation of the policy until Sept. 12, citing a survey of more than 400 employees noting concerns, including exposure to COVID, challenges with child care and accommodations for people with disabilities. That said, we recognize that there is still much work to do. The budget goes into effect July 1. Weve seen a partial elimination of [the grocery tax], but not total elimination., I think the thing thats attractive to me is giving back with all the revenues we saw, giving back some of the tax money the citizens paid in, Republican Del. Weve been reading through the stories of hardships related to the loss of telework rising costs, work/life balance, health and well-being, and stress as well as the frustrations about how the policy was implemented. Ralph Northam (D) unveiled the final proposed budget of his term in office Thursday, a two-year plan that uses big surpluses to fund raises for teachers and state employees as well as tax cuts that he says are aimed at working families. Gives every Virginia taxpayer a tax rebate of $250 for single filers and $500 for joint. Later that evening, well gather (venue TBA) for the VGEAs first annual Legislative Reception! Telework Data Reporting (Budget Item 86 #2c). He can sign it as-is, suggest changes or veto it. State employees, including teachers, will get a 5% raise in 2022 and 2023, plus a $1,000 bonus in the first year. And that led to complaints from some Democrats, including Delegate Marcus Simon, about the lack of transparency. Every employee benefits from the experience and dedication VGEA brings. Youngkin. VGEA is the only statewide organization for the broad range of Commonwealth employees. Again, the VGEA doesnt anticipate that the budget will change significantly from the proposed compromise released on May 29, 2022, but it remains a possibility. When the General Assembly originally approved and presented its proposed biennial budget on June 1, the VGEA highlighted some of the benefits to state employees. Sen. Obenshain said that, at this point, he thinks the budget will pass, but . Funds the Virginia Literacy Act with nearly $10 million. - Millions of dollars for mental health facilities, supportive housing, Home and Community Based-Services, and pay raises for direct-care staff at state behavioral health facilities. In addition to the teachers raises, all state employees will receive the same pay increase and a one-time bonus of $1,000 in December of this year. We know that Virginia is going to cut taxes in 2022, he said. In addition to the teachers' raises, all state employees will receive the same pay increase and a one-time bonus of $1,000 in December of this year. In a Monday interview, VGEA Lobbyist Dylan Bishop said he met with Secretary of Administration Lyn McDermid earlier this month, but had low hopes the administration would push back its timeline. VGEA lobbyist, Dylan D. Bishop, reviewed the proposed budget in detail and provided the portions that are pertinent to VGEA members.. This amendment provides $66.5 million from the general fund in fiscal year 2023 for a one-time bonus payment of $1,000 to state employees on December 1, 2022. Review of Return to Work Policies for Retired Employees (Budget Item 498 #2c). 21, 2022 at 9:18 AM PDT | Updated: Jun. Want NBC12s top stories in your inbox each morning? Reach out to us at any time with questions, comments, concerns, or updates at info@vgea.org. Join us on Thursday, February 9, 2023, for one of our highlight events of the year: the 2023 VGEA Lobby Day & First Annual Legislative Reception. Youngkin. Well talk about all of that as well as the continued need for salary increases, retiree benefits, and our plans for additional telework advocacy based on recent feedback from 1,222 employees. Senator Travis Hackworth, R-Tazewell, said he had spoken with Delegate James W. "Will" Morefield, R-Tazewell, and understood that teachers would not be receiving a 10 percent pay raise that's part of the new budget until August. RSVP now! Virginia Governmental Employees Association plans to formally request the delay in a meeting scheduled next week with Secretary of Administration Lyn McDermid, who is overseeing the process for the governor. Will it happen? The other, Sen. Janet Howell, D-Fairfax, who chairs the Finance Committee of the Senate, said that the amendments brokered by the 14 members of the budget conference represent a true compromise. She added that conferees were able to build a budget that ecompasses state spending priorities and additional tax policy relief while also upholding our traditionally strong fiscal management.. But to some, just hearing the word. The state Capitol. Theres no reason to be afraid. These pay raises will benefit all state employees, and they will go into effect on Aug. 1, 2022, and July 1, 2023, respectively. In total, projected revenues for the 2022-2024 budget are just over $165 billion. Every time a Virginian goes to the gas pump and pays nearly $5 a gallon for a gallon a gas, they should think about Senate Democrats who kept prices high, said Gov. If the proposed budget is approved without additional changes by both the General Assembly and Governor Youngkin (which the VGEA expects at this time), it will be great news for state employees. - $1.25 billion for local school divisions to replace or repair outdated public school buildings. VGEA Executive Director, Marshall Terry, and VGEA Lobbyist, Dylan D. Bishop, are scheduled to meet face-to-face with the Secretary of the Administration on Wednesday and will present these concerns on behalf of all state workers affected.. I want to make sure that happens in the right way. Well also discuss our Legislative Priorities for 2023 that over 700 VGEA members helped craft through their responses to our recent survey. But the reality is only a few lawmakers were in the room. Northams administration touts the proposed budget as a road map for success that leaves the incoming governor in excellent financial shape, with record amounts in the states reserve funds. Heres your quick look at whats coming up as we begin the new year: RSVP for the Lobby Day and Legislative Reception soon! In short, The Commonwealth of Virginia works because we do! Because the states coffers are so full, Northam has proposed spending some $2.8 billion in cash on various capital improvement projects such as construction and renovation instead of borrowing money and having to pay interest. Knight said that lawmakers took a long hard look at how to help localities meet their responsibility to replace crumbling school buildings using OQuinns and McClellans proposals as a template. The Governor released his proposed amendments to the Commonwealths current budget. The $11.4 million dollar grant program will be officially established in the coming days ahead with details released by the Department of Housing and Community Development on how to apply for assistance.". Republicans are especially excited about the taxes. Certain employee groups receiving a separate, targeted compensation adjustment equal to or greater than 7.5 percent in the first year will receive a 2.5 percent salary increase in the first year and a five percent salary increase in the second year. Provides almost $900 million in funding to Virginia's HBCUs. Making the payment a year earlier than originally proposed will allow the funds to be invested a year earlier and realize an additional year of investment returns prior to the next valuation. Glenn Youngkin, includes pay raises for state employees and teachers, new money for school construction and funding for gun violence prevention. The location for the signing at Tom Leonards Farmers Market in Glen Allen, VA, was symbolic as the budget will eliminate the states 1.5% sales tax on groceries beginning on January 1, 2023, one of the many ways the Governor and the Virginia General Assembly hope to help Virginians hold on to more of their hard-earned money as they face rising costs. Learn what we found. We dont sell ads, or block you with a paywall. The budget is now headed to Gov. During a ceremony last week, the Republican governor signed the Virginia state budget, which he said delivers on his promise to provide tax relief for Virginian . However, VGEA has since begun productive dialogue about the policy, its implementation, and its potential implications with the appropriate officials within the Youngkin Administration including Secretary of the Administration, Lyn McDermid., As part of the return to pre-pandemic normalcy, Governor Youngkin announced on May 5th that state employees are expected to return to their jobs in person on Monday, July 5th. By: Staff Report - June 10, 2022 7:48 am. Photo by Markus Schmidt. The Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) released a telework report on September 30, 2022, that takes a look at telework numbers pre-COVID, during COVID, and present day. This has been an eventful year for the VGEA as weve seen the Youngkin Administration bring about changes, pass a new biennial budget, and implement a new telework policy among other things. "The budget nearly doubled the standard deduction for tax payers, provided an income tax subtraction for military retirees age 55 or older of $10,000 in tax year 2022 and $20,000 in tax year. Working together across party lines, we have made historic investments in our educational system from preschool through grad school, mental health services, economic development programs, and our park systems," added Senator Janet Howell, Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee Chair. DHRM Review of Providing Childcare on Capitol Square (Budget Item 86 #1c). Northam said he wanted to aim his proposed tax cuts at working families who have struggled to recover from the economic shutdown that accompanied the pandemic. statewide salary increase for eligible salaried employees and an 8% increase for sworn employees of the Virginia State Police effective June 10, 2021. I think thats important. All told, the tax relief packages will provide $1,008 for the average family of four. The new state budget adds money to mental health facilities, offers bonuses and raises to retain and recruit personnel, and helps to assist "with the mental health crisis we are experiencing," Hackworth said. Its not enough. VGEA matters because you matter! In short, The Commonwealth of Virginia works because we do! The budget approval comes after months of heated debates and arguments and brings much relief to Virginias many state employees (just 10 days before the June 30 deadline), some of who had concerns about a possible government shutdown on July 1 if the overdue budget hadnt been approved in time. Once the Governor receives the budget from the General Assembly, he has seven days to amend or approve it. Invests $150 million in site development to attract job creators. - Teacher and state worker pay raises of 10% over two years, plus $1,000 bonuses. 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