North Carolina S861 eliminates state agency personnel positions vacant for 24 months or more, effective July 1, 2026.

North Carolina S861 mandates the elimination of unfilled employee positions across state agencies that have been vacant for at least 24 months, effective July 1, 2026. Exceptions include positions held open by court order, pending litigation, or designated as necessary for emergency preparedness. The Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) must transfer lapsed salary funds to state self-funded workers' compensation claims, disability claims, tort claims, and overtime pay in specified departments.

North Carolina S861 eliminates state agency personnel positions vacant for 24 months or more, effective July 1, 2026.

North Carolina S861 mandates the elimination of unfilled employee positions across state agencies that have been vacant for at least 24 months, effective July 1, 2026. Exceptions include positions held open by court order, pending litigation, or designated as necessary for emergency preparedness. The Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) must transfer lapsed salary funds to state self-funded workers' compensation claims, disability claims, tort claims, and overtime pay in specified departments.