I have personally benefited from Virginia's past teleworking policies, and I have also been at the mercy of its ever-changing interpretations. I can say with the utmost certainty that as a previous teleworker who has been unjustifiably stripped of the privilege, my productivity, morale, and home life were all improved when I had the option. The current teleworking policies are unfair in their nature and implementation. To apply different rules amongst people that share an office space, and similar duties creates undesirable working conditions. HB 554 will create specific policy to address these inconsistencies and allow for a better working environment with higher morale, retention, and productivity. I ask that you approve this bill to improve the quality of life of Virginia state employees and the lives of their families along with all of the benefits it provides the Commonwealth.

Hello. I am writing in support of HB 554. Along with many others I have seen and felt the positive impacts that teleworking has for the State of VA. Unfortunately I have also seen and felt the negative impacts of it being taken away. Disgruntlement, employees leaving, quiet quitting, and money loss are all things that have been experienced in recent years. I am hopeful that there may be a more positive outlook on teleworking in the near future. Poor implementation leads to greater confusion and frustration both personally and professionally. Correct implementation is key, I believe that the language in this bill helps achieve that. I ask that our elected officials support this bill and I look forward to its implementation to making State agencies a more efficient and better place to work.