Indiana HB1270 amends state civil service rules for Department of Child Services employees.

HB1270 modifies Indiana Code to adjust the authority and responsibilities of the Department of Child Services (DCS) within the state civil service. Effective July 1, 2026, the bill specifies that salary and wage adjustments for DCS employees become effective upon approval by the DCS director, rather than the budget agency. It also allows the DCS director to facilitate employee transfers, demotions, and promotions within the state civil service.

Indiana HB1270 amends state civil service rules for Department of Child Services employees.

HB1270 modifies Indiana Code to adjust the authority and responsibilities of the Department of Child Services (DCS) within the state civil service. Effective July 1, 2026, the bill specifies that salary and wage adjustments for DCS employees become effective upon approval by the DCS director, rather than the budget agency. It also allows the DCS director to facilitate employee transfers, demotions, and promotions within the state civil service.