Washington HB2409 establishes collective bargaining rights for agricultural employees.

Washington HB2409 places agricultural employees under the jurisdiction of the public employment relations commission for collective bargaining purposes. The bill defines agricultural employees and employers, and establishes the commission's jurisdiction over labor disputes. It outlines procedures for determining exclusive bargaining representatives, including cross-checks and elections. The commission is tasked with mediating disputes and enforcing collective bargaining agreements. The bill also details arbitration processes, including the selection of arbitrators and the conduct of hearings.

Washington HB2409 establishes collective bargaining rights for agricultural employees.

Washington HB2409 places agricultural employees under the jurisdiction of the public employment relations commission for collective bargaining purposes. The bill defines agricultural employees and employers, and establishes the commission's jurisdiction over labor disputes. It outlines procedures for determining exclusive bargaining representatives, including cross-checks and elections. The commission is tasked with mediating disputes and enforcing collective bargaining agreements. The bill also details arbitration processes, including the selection of arbitrators and the conduct of hearings.