California state workers to receive pay raises after legislators approve new union contracts

Most of California's state workers are on track to see raises in their paychecks soon after legislators approved new union contracts.
The largest contract was between the state and SEIU Local 1000, representing 96,000 workers. It offers raises of at least 3% per year.
Union members voted to ratify the SEIU contract despite opposition from some who wanted higher raises.
Senators voiced concern about how some contracts were rushed at the last minute into a bill without transparency.
The contract for correctional officers gives them access to a 401(k) plan, which the Legislative Analyst's Office questioned.

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