Bill > S07355

This bill prohibits public employers from dismissing or taking other disciplinary action against public employees if those employees are elected or appointed to represent the employee organization or its members, or if they communicate or offer commentary on matters of public concern or matters affecting the employee organization or its members. The bill also establishes an affirmative defense for public employees in any disciplinary or other adverse personnel action if the employee is elected or appointed to represent the employee organization or its members, or if they communicate or offer commentary on matters of public concern or matters affecting the employee organization or its members.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S7355