An Act clarifying constitutional officer employers for collective bargaining purposes
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill clarifies that constitutional officers, such as the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of the Commonwealth, are considered the employers of their department employees for the purpose of collective bargaining. Currently, the specific employer designation for these employees can be unclear, leading to potential disputes. The bill aims to establish a consistent and defined employer relationship for these employees when negotiating with unions. This will ensure a clearer framework for labor relations within the executive branch.
Key provisions
- Designates constitutional officers as the employers for collective bargaining purposes.
- Applies this designation to employees within the offices and departments of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Secretary of the Commonwealth.
- Aims to resolve ambiguities regarding employer designation in collective bargaining agreements.
- Provides clarity for labor relations within the executive branch of state government.
Who is affected
- State Employees
- Constitutional Officers (Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of the Commonwealth)
- State Unions
- Executive Branch of State Government
- Labor Relations
Notable changes
- Establishes a definitive employer designation for constitutional officer employees.
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