H2767
An Act establishing a commission to resolve issues arising from collective bargaining stalemates
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a special commission, including members of the General Court, to help resolve disputes that arise during collective bargaining negotiations between public sector employers and employee unions in Massachusetts. The commission’s goal is to address stalemates and facilitate agreements. It aims to provide a structured process for resolving disagreements that might otherwise lead to prolonged labor disputes. The commission will study the issues and make recommendations to both sides.
Key provisions
- Creates a commission composed of General Court members to mediate collective bargaining disputes.
- Focuses on resolving stalemates in public sector labor negotiations.
- The commission will study the issues and make recommendations.
- The commission’s recommendations are not binding but intended to guide negotiations.
Who is affected
- Public sector employers
- Employee unions
- Massachusetts government employees
Notable changes
- Introduces a new mechanism for addressing collective bargaining impasses.
- Involves members of the General Court in the dispute resolution process.
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Primary sponsor
Daniel Cahill
Cosponsor
Coleman Walsh
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Bill H.2767 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a commission to resolve issues arising from collective bargaining stalemates
By Representative Cahill of Lynn (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2767) of Coleman Walsh for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to collective bargaining negotiations between public sector employers and employee unions. Public Service.
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Presenting Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.
Presenter: Daniel Cahill (By Request)
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill H.2767
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/22/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:10 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/18/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 4/13/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5356 (under House Rule 27) |
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