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OR SB845
OR SB845Relating to binding arbitration for purposes of public employee collective bargaining.
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Introduced
02/02/2023
02/02/2023
In Committee
02/03/2023
02/03/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/25/2023
06/25/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
Modifies procedures required for binding arbitration for certain public employees. Modifies procedures required for binding arbitration for certain public employees. Requires arbitration to be conducted by three-person arbitration panel. Requires certain percentage of diverse arbitrators be included amongst list of potential arbitrators submitted to interested parties for consideration by Employment Relations Board. Requires parties to arbitration proceeding to submit last best offer package that includes parties' position on each unresolved subject matter item. Requires arbitration panel to select one position for each item and issue findings with respect to each finding.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the procedures for binding arbitration in public employee collective bargaining. It requires the arbitration to be conducted by a three-person panel instead of a single arbitrator. The panel must include at least three diverse arbitrators representing minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and persons of differing sexual orientations and gender identities. The parties must submit their final positions on each unresolved mandatory subject, and the panel must select one position for each item and issue findings on its decision. The bill also specifies the criteria the panel must use in making its determinations, with the public interest and the overall working conditions of the employees as the top priorities.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/25/2023)
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