Bill > H2395

This bill proposes changes to Chapter 150E of the General Laws, specifically concerning the right of public employees to strike. Currently, public employees and their organizations are prohibited from striking, engaging in work stoppages, slowdowns, or withholding services, with an exception outlined in subsection (b). This exception allows for an investigation by the relevant department if a strike occurs or is imminent. If the department determines that the strike was caused, in whole or in part, by unfair labor practices committed by the employer (as defined in section 10), then the employees' actions will be considered lawful, concerted activity for collective bargaining or mutual aid and protection, free from employer interference. The bill essentially clarifies and potentially expands the circumstances under which a public employee strike might be considered lawful, linking it directly to employer misconduct.