An Act relative to collective bargaining rights of the state police
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to grant state police officers the right to collectively bargain with their employers regarding their terms of employment. Specifically, it would allow officers to negotiate wages, work hours, and disciplinary procedures. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Labor and Workforce Development and subsequently reported favorably. It is similar to previous legislation concerning collective bargaining rights.
Key provisions
- Allows state police officers to collectively bargain.
- Covers terms of employment including pay.
- Includes negotiation of work hours.
- Addresses disciplinary procedures.
- Provides for the establishment of collective bargaining agreements.
Who is affected
- State Police Officers
- Massachusetts State Police
- Labor Unions
Notable changes
- This bill would establish a new framework for collective bargaining for state police officers, which currently do not have this right.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsor
Michael O. Moore
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