Bill > H2391

This bill amends Section 7(d) of Chapter 150E of the General Laws, which governs public employee collective bargaining, by adding a new subsection (r). This new subsection specifically addresses collective bargaining agreements between the Commonwealth and the employee organization representing non-commissioned officers of the Department of State Police. The key provision is that any part of such a collective bargaining agreement that conflicts with Chapter 22C, which likely outlines the powers and duties of the State Police, can be suspended, but only during and for the duration of an emergency. An emergency is defined as a situation where public safety is in imminent danger, such as a threat to life or health, or when immediate law enforcement action is necessary to protect or restore public safety. This provision aims to ensure that in critical situations, the operational needs of the State Police can take precedence over certain aspects of their collective bargaining agreements.