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AZ SB1670

AZ SB1670
Public employees; collective bargaining


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Introduced
02/07/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/30/2023

Introduced Session

Fifty-sixth Legislature - First Regular Session (2023)

Bill Summary

An Act amending title 38, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 9; amending section 41-1092.02, Arizona Revised Statutes; amending title 41, chapter 27, article 2, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 41-3031.01; relating to public employees.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Public Employee Bargaining Act, which grants public employees in Arizona the right to form, join, and participate in labor organizations and collectively bargain with their employers on wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment. It creates a Public Employee Labor Relations Board to oversee the implementation of the Act, including designating appropriate bargaining units, certifying and decertifying exclusive representatives, and resolving disputes. The bill also sets forth procedures for elections, impasse resolution, and prohibited practices, and prohibits public employee strikes and lockouts. Overall, the bill aims to encourage collective bargaining and the peaceful resolution of labor-management disputes in the public sector.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate read second time (on 02/09/2023)

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