Introduced
by
To expand the law that mandates binding arbitration in labor disputes between municipalities and police or firefighter unions (“PA 312” of 1969) to cover consolidated multi-government emergency services authorities and similar entities. The bill would establish time limits on arbitration proceedings, and require mediators to consider the financial ability of a community to pay for a proposed settlement.
Referred to the Committee on Government Operations
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the bill pass.