Getting ready for the session

Next week the 2010 Legislative Session opens and there is every indication it will be a tough one.  We have a proactive agenda this year, and our most important effort will be an attempt to help pass legislation that will remove the authority over the Department of Human Resources from the Governor and Mr. Gwartney.  The legislation, if passed, will change the position of "Human Resources Administrator" to "Human Resources Director".  The new position will report directly to the Personnel Commission which will also have the authority to hire and fire the new Director.  IPEA believes it is important for the state workforce to have a true professional Human Resources specialist at its helm.