(a)
It is the intent of the Legislature to enact a personnel system, that shall take effect on or before January 1, 2001, for employment of trial court employees. The personnel system shall have uniform statewide applicability and promote organizational and operational flexibility in accordance with Section 77001.
(b)
Nothing in this chapter is intended to prejudge or compel a finding by the task force that court or county or state employment is preferred.
(c)
No provision of this article is intended to reduce judicial or court employee salary or benefits.
(d)
No provision of this chapter shall be deemed to affect the current employment status of, or reduce benefits for, any peace officer involved in court operations.