State Workers Face Key Legislative Decisions | Fresno News

California state workers brace for major policy shifts as lawmakers close session—telework flexibility, overdue scientist raises, and new Muslim holidays all in play. AB 1729 could let agencies offer remote work, but faces veto despite cost savings. Scientists still await funded pay hikes, raising questions about contract integrity. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha may become official state holidays if Senate approves the bill. SEIU Local 1000 pushes for bold contract wins: bigger raises, telework, and better benefits—even if it means delaying deals. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bb783c902e272715