Washington HB2042 provides hiring preferences for state employment to veterans and federal employees.

Washington HB2042 amends state law to give scoring criteria status to veterans and federal employees in competitive examinations for state employment. Veterans who served during a period of war or in an armed conflict receive a 10% preference, while those who did not serve in such periods or are receiving military retirement receive a 5% preference. Federal employees who were separated from federal service under specific executive orders or voluntarily separated due to remote work terminations also receive a 5% preference. These preferences apply to initial appointments but not promotions.

Washington HB2042 provides hiring preferences for state employment to veterans and federal employees.

Washington HB2042 amends state law to give scoring criteria status to veterans and federal employees in competitive examinations for state employment. Veterans who served during a period of war or in an armed conflict receive a 10% preference, while those who did not serve in such periods or are receiving military retirement receive a 5% preference. Federal employees who were separated from federal service under specific executive orders or voluntarily separated due to remote work terminations also receive a 5% preference. These preferences apply to initial appointments but not promotions.