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Public Safety Pay Boosts and Cuts | Durham News
Lawmakers drop a late but major budget proposal that could deliver big pay bumps to public safety workers — including SBI, Alcohol Law Enforcement, and State Highway Patrol officers, with raises averaging over 20%, plus civilian staff. Correctional and probation officers also get significant raises after years of being underpaid. Sworn local officers get a $1,750 bonus to tackle staffing shortages. But the package also cuts 500+ state positions to save $40 million — officials say they’re vacant. Vote looms as this complex plan takes shape. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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