Establishes a state trooper longevity bonus for Washington state patrol employees with 26 or more years of service.

The bill creates a state trooper longevity bonus for Washington state patrol employees who have completed 26 or more years of service. The bonus is $15,000, paid in four equal quarterly installments starting July 1, 2024. This incentive aims to retain senior personnel and is not included in salary or pension benefit calculations. The bonus is subject to changes in collective bargaining agreements and expires on June 30, 2029. The Washington state patrol must also submit quarterly reports comparing filled positions to authorized field force trooper positions.

Establishes a state trooper longevity bonus for Washington state patrol employees with 26 or more years of service.

The bill creates a state trooper longevity bonus for Washington state patrol employees who have completed 26 or more years of service. The bonus is $15,000, paid in four equal quarterly installments starting July 1, 2024. This incentive aims to retain senior personnel and is not included in salary or pension benefit calculations. The bonus is subject to changes in collective bargaining agreements and expires on June 30, 2029. The Washington state patrol must also submit quarterly reports comparing filled positions to authorized field force trooper positions.