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PA HB357

PA HB357
In definitions, further providing for definitions; and, in scope of bargaining, providing for political contributions.


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Introduced
03/14/2023
In Committee
03/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of July 23, 1970 (P.L.563, No.195), entitled "An act establishing rights in public employes to organize and bargain collectively through selected representatives; defining public employes to include employes of nonprofit organizations and institutions; providing compulsory mediation and fact-finding, for collective bargaining impasses; providing arbitration for certain public employes for collective bargaining impasses; defining the scope of collective bargaining; establishing unfair employe and employer practices; prohibiting strikes for certain public employes; permitting strikes under limited conditions; providing penalties for violations; and establishing procedures for implementation," in definitions, further providing for definitions; and, in scope of bargaining, providing for political contributions.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public Employee Relations Act to further define "political contribution" and prohibit public employers from deducting money or funds from employees' wages for political contributions, except as required by a valid collective bargaining agreement entered into before the effective date of this section. This provision does not apply to public employees who are not permitted to strike under this act or the Policemen and Firemen Collective Bargaining Act.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (16)

Last Action

Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY (on 03/14/2023)

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