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