S.1311

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

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1311 extends the negotiation period for public employees before they can strike and prohibits strikes by public safety employees.

Massachusetts S1311 amends the negotiation period for public employees before they can strike, extending it to six months. The bill also prohibits public safety employees from engaging in strikes, work stoppages, slowdowns, or withholding services under any circumstances. This legislation aims to balance the rights of public employees with the need for uninterrupted public services, particularly those related to public safety.

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Where it stands

Current
Labor and Workforce Development Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 15, 2025

10:30 AM

Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development Hearing

History

Apr 30

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday July 30, 2026

Feb 25

Senate

Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 3, 2026

Jul 9, 2025

Joint

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