A concurrent resolution to approve the State Officers Compensation Commission determinations.
Impact
The bill's passage will result in specific financial adjustments for the judicial branch, particularly enhancing the salary structure for the Supreme Court Justices while leaving the remuneration of other state officers unchanged. This legislative action is in accordance with Article IV, Section 12 of the Michigan Constitution and underlines the role of the State Officers Compensation Commission in evaluating and recommending compensation levels for state officials. The ripple effect of this resolution is meant to align judicial compensation with inflationary measures and the demands of the role while avoiding fluctuations in legislative salaries.
Summary
HCR0006 is a concurrent resolution introduced by Representatives Wilson and Filler aimed at approving the determinations made by the State Officers Compensation Commission concerning the salaries and expense allowances for various state officials. The resolution specifically endorses a recommended 7 percent salary increase for the Justices of the Supreme Court for the years 2025 and 2026, alongside an annual expense allowance of $10,000. Notably, it maintains the existing salaries and expense allowances for other state officers, including members of the Legislature, the Governor, and other key officials.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding HCR0006 appears to be generally supportive, particularly among lawmakers who recognize the importance of appropriately compensating the judiciary to uphold the integrity and efficacy of the judicial system. However, there may be cautions expressed regarding the financial implications for the state budget without corresponding adjustments for other officials, reflecting a careful balance that legislators must navigate concerning public perception and fiscal responsibility.
Contention
One notable point of contention deals with the disparity of treatment in financial compensation among state officers. While HCR0006 seeks to elevate the salaries of Supreme Court Justices, the decision to leave other elected officials' salaries unchanged could trigger debate about equity and fairness within state governance. As the bill progresses, discussions may arise on the broader implications of how state officers are compensated and the possible effects on recruitment and retention of qualified individuals in these critical roles.
A concurrent resolution to urge the Michigan Supreme Court to amend the Code of Judicial Conduct to require Michigan judges to make broader financial disclosures.
Legislature: other; authority to suspend part or all of the salary and expense allowance of a member who acts unethically or is excessively absent from regular session; provide for. Amends secs. 12 & 16, art. IV of the state constitution.
Legislature: other; authority to suspend part or all of the salary and expense allowance of a member who acts unethically or is excessively absent from regular session; provide for. Amends secs. 12 & 16, art. IV of the state constitution.
A concurrent resolution to waive the legislative notice requirement for increases in rates of compensation for certain employees in the state classified service.
House Substitute for SB 229 by Committee on Legislative Modernization - Creating the legislative compensation commission, prescribing powers and duties of the commission and the legislature, establishing the rate of pay for statewide elected officials based on the salary for members of Congress and establishing the rate of pay for judges and justices based on the salary for district judges of the United States.
Concerning the salaries of the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state treasurer, commissioner of insurance, justices of the supreme court, judges of the court of appeals and members of the governor's cabinet; establishing the rate of pay for such state officers based on the annual rate of pay for members of congress, as adjusted by the specific provisions of this act; and providing that all such rates of pay are subject to appropriations.
Legislature: other; authority to suspend part or all of the salary and expense allowance of a member who acts unethically or is excessively absent from regular session; provide for. Amends secs. 12 & 16, art. IV of the state constitution.
Legislature: other; authority to suspend part or all of the salary and expense allowance of a member who acts unethically or is excessively absent from regular session; provide for. Amends secs. 12 & 16, art. IV of the state constitution.