H2078

Uplifting families and securing the right to strike for certain public employees

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Secures the right to strike for certain public employees in Massachusetts.

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to secure the right to strike for certain public employees. It modifies the negotiation period for public employees to six months and prohibits public safety employees from striking under any circumstances. The changes apply to collective bargaining agreements and the mediation process.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 15, 2025

10:30 AM

Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development Hearing

History

May 7

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5370 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 14, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Jul 9, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-2