HB 2897-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

Provides that, in the event of adverse weather conditions, natural disaster, or energy emergency, the governor may, at his or her discretion, and for the protection of public health, safety, or welfare, order any state executive agency or individual agency office to temporarily cease operation. The governor may permit state agencies locally or throughout the state to delay opening, close early, or suspend operation entirely. The governor's order shall be in effect until the governor declares that the conditions no longer pose a significant risk to the health or safety of state agency employees.