The Civil Service and Human Capital Modernization Act was established through the passing of House Bill 1146 [62 O.S. § 34.301 (OSCN 2021), Civil Service and Human Capital Modernization Act]. This bill created several changes to the rules and processes for state employees:
- Created the Civil Service Division to mediate and hear employee complaints.
- Created a training program to certify state employees to be mediators.
- Decommissioned the Merit Protection Commission effective Dec. 31, 2022.
- Established the Office of Veterans Placement.
- Created a confidential Whistleblower Program.
- Authorized OMES to establish rules to perform the duties and functions of 62 O.S. § 34.301.