SB5944 regulates collective bargaining for language access providers in Washington State.

SB5944 establishes the framework for collective bargaining between the governor and language access providers in Washington State. It specifies the units appropriate for collective bargaining, limits the scope to economic compensation, professional development, grievance procedures, and health and welfare benefits, and excludes retirement benefits. The bill mandates that the governor submit a request for funds to implement the collective bargaining agreement as part of the biennial or supplemental operating budget.

SB5944 regulates collective bargaining for language access providers in Washington State.

SB5944 establishes the framework for collective bargaining between the governor and language access providers in Washington State. It specifies the units appropriate for collective bargaining, limits the scope to economic compensation, professional development, grievance procedures, and health and welfare benefits, and excludes retirement benefits. The bill mandates that the governor submit a request for funds to implement the collective bargaining agreement as part of the biennial or supplemental operating budget.