Bill > HB2249

This bill amends state civil service statutes to include employees of the Washington Technology Solutions Network and Security Systems within the scope of the civil service system, specifically by removing "network and systems security" from a list of functions that are exempt from civil service protections for these employees. The civil service system, governed by RCW 41.06, generally provides a framework for hiring, promotion, and job security based on merit rather than political affiliation. By removing this exemption, employees performing network and systems security functions for Washington Technology Solutions will now be subject to the same civil service rules as other covered employees, meaning they will have greater job protections and their employment will be based on qualifications and performance.