Public Employment Relations Board: powers and duties.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill expands the powers and duties of the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) in California. Specifically, it authorizes PERB to conduct studies examining the impact of net-zero carbon emissions initiatives on public employees. The board will collect and analyze relevant data and can recommend legislation based on its findings. It also reinforces PERB’s existing authority to investigate unfair labor practices and enforce its rulings.
Key provisions
- PERB can now conduct studies on the impact of net-zero carbon emissions initiatives on public employees.
- The board is authorized to collect, analyze, and make available data related to these initiatives.
- PERB can recommend legislation based on its studies.
- The board retains its existing powers regarding unit determinations, representation elections, and mediation/arbitration.
- PERB can establish procedures for reviewing proposals to change unit determinations.
- PERB can enter into contracts for research and training programs.
- The board can subpoena witnesses and documents related to its investigations.
- PERB can seek court orders to enforce its decisions.
Who is affected
- Public school employees
- Public employers
- Employee organizations in public schools
- The Public Employment Relations Board
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