Amendment 01: Political Changes to civil service
What this amendment does
This amendment gives the Legislature more authority over which state jobs are classified (protected) and unclassified (serve at-will).
Currently, an independent civil service commission helps determine these classifications. This amendment expands that authority to elected lawmakers.
What a “No” vote means
Does not the Legislature new power over civil service classifications
Keeps current civil service protections in place
Maintain the existing balance between protected jobs and political appointments
Why it matters
Civil service protections are designed to prevent political interference in government jobs. Changes could affect job protections, job stability and how state agencies operate.
Independent civil service commissions make decisions about state and local government jobs without political interference or influence, which ensures that public employees can serve effectively, guided by merit rather than politics.
