Notwithstanding another provision of law, if a vacancy occurs in a state agency, other than an institution of higher learning, or if an agency acts to fill a new position, the agency shall give preference to a resident of this State, if the applicants are equally qualified for the vacancy or new position.

HISTORY: 2008 Act No. 353, SECTION 2, Pt 20D, eff July 1, 2008.