Bill > AB1510

This bill creates new provisions specifically for the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) regarding how employee relations disputes are handled through the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB). Under the new law, any party aggrieved by a final PERB decision in an unfair practice case can petition for a writ of extraordinary relief in the district court of appeal where the VTA operates, which must be filed within 30 days of the decision. The court will have jurisdiction to review the PERB's decision, with the board's factual findings being conclusive if supported by substantial evidence. If a party does not comply with a PERB decision, the board can seek enforcement through a district court of appeal or superior court, and the court must enforce the order through a writ of mandamus without reviewing the decision's merits. The Legislature justifies this special statute by arguing that the VTA needs a unique, efficient method to resolve labor practice complaints, which cannot be addressed by a general law. The bill aims to provide a clear, streamlined process for resolving employee relations disputes specific to the VTA.

Budget and Finance, Justice, Labor and Employment

Public Employment and Retirement (A)

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