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Introduced
03/11/2025
03/11/2025
In Committee
03/11/2025
03/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in collective bargaining, providing for conflicts of interest.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to address potential conflicts of interest in collective bargaining by requiring school board members to abstain from voting on a collective bargaining agreement if their spouse, romantic partner, or household member is part of the specific bargaining unit being discussed. The new provision aims to prevent situations where a school board member might have a personal financial or familial interest that could unduly influence their vote on labor negotiations. By mandating abstention in these circumstances, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and reduce potential bias in school district labor agreements. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its enactment, giving school districts time to understand and implement the new requirement. This change is part of ongoing efforts to ensure ethical decision-making in public education governance by mitigating potential conflicts of interest.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (19)
Brad Roae (R)*,
Marc Anderson (R),
Scott Barger (R),
Aaron Bernstine (R),
Bud Cook (R),
Sheryl Delozier (R),
Barb Gleim (R),
Charity Grimm Krupa (R),
Joe Hamm (R),
Lee James (R),
Rob Kauffman (R),
Milou Mackenzie (R),
Kristin Marcell (R),
David Rowe (R),
Donna Scheuren (R),
Brian Smith (R),
Joanne Stehr (R),
James Walsh (R),
Dave Zimmerman (R),
Last Action
Referred to Education (on 03/11/2025)
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