An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties of the Department of Public Instruction and its departmental administrative boards and commissions, further providing for collective bargaining.
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Overview
This bill amends a 1929 law to grant school administrators in Pennsylvania, specifically those in cities of the first class or school districts of the first class A, the right to collectively bargain with their public employers. This includes negotiating terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, hours, and benefits. The Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board will handle disputes related to these negotiations.
Key provisions
- School administrators in certain Pennsylvania districts gain the right to collective bargaining.
- The right to bargain collectively applies to terms and conditions of employment.
- A majority of 50% of school administrators must designate representatives for bargaining.
- The Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board will resolve disputes.
- The law aligns with the Public Employe Relations Act of 1970.
- The amendment specifically covers compensation, hours, working conditions, retirement, pension, and other benefits.
Who is affected
- School administrators
- School districts (specifically those designated as ‘first class A’)
- Public employers of school administrators
Notable changes
- This bill establishes a new collective bargaining right for school administrators, expanding upon existing labor laws.
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