Bill > S07992

This bill amends the New York State Labor Law to establish a comprehensive framework for labor relations if the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) becomes unable to effectively perform its duties or protect workers' rights. Specifically, the bill allows the New York State Labor Relations Board to step in and provide labor protections in several scenarios, such as when the NLRB: declines jurisdiction over certain employees or industries, determines that some labor provisions fall outside its coverage, cannot execute its statutory duties (like lacking a quorum), or if the National Labor Relations Act is repealed or significantly narrowed. In such circumstances, the state board will be authorized to promptly certify exclusive bargaining representatives for workers previously certified by the NLRB, maintaining the existing terms and conditions of employment. The verification process for these certifications is designed to be expeditious, with a presumptive 30-day timeline for processing petitions, ensuring minimal disruption to workers' collective bargaining rights. This legislation serves as a protective mechanism to ensure continuous labor representation and worker protections at the state level, even if federal labor oversight becomes compromised.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7992