Bill > H2778

This bill prohibits the Commonwealth of Massachusetts from spending any state funds on external, non-employee legal services or management consultants for purposes related to collective bargaining or resolving issues stemming from collective bargaining agreements. By introducing this restriction, the bill aims to limit the use of taxpayer money for hiring outside attorneys or consultants during labor negotiations or contract disputes. The legislation appears designed to potentially reduce government spending on external resources during labor-related discussions and encourage more direct negotiations between public employers and employee representatives. The bill's broad language suggests it would apply across all levels of state government, preventing the use of state funds for such external services regardless of the specific agency or department involved in collective bargaining.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2778