Employee Suggestion Program Suggestion Eligibility
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An eligible suggestion is intended to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of state government through the following:
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Savings in dollars;
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Generation of revenue;
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Elimination of waste or duplication;
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Improved service or product;
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Energy conservation;
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Improved working conditions, such as employee safety or morale.
An Employee Suggestion Program suggestion can propose ideas that save money/generate revenue to be considered for a cash award of up to 10% of the first year's dollar savings from the idea. Suggestions that are intangible in nature -- such as improved safety or morale -- may be eligible for a one-time award up to $200.
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The employee suggestion must be submitted before the idea is implemented.
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The suggester must research the impact and/or benefits of the suggestion.
Ineligible Suggestions
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Falls within the suggester's job duties;
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Personal complaint;
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Changing salary, position, classification, employee benefits, state holidays, leave benefits, retirement compensation, or any other compensation to an employee;
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Enforcement of laws, policies, procedures, regulations, rules, etc.
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Outside purview of state government.