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Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation Act

3/13/2025, 1:23 AM

Summary of Bill S 636

Bill 119 s 636, also known as the Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation Act, aims to grant collective bargaining rights to public safety officers working for states or their political subdivisions. This bill would allow these officers to negotiate with their employers on matters such as wages, benefits, and working conditions.

The bill seeks to ensure that public safety officers have a voice in decisions that affect their work and livelihood. By granting them collective bargaining rights, the bill aims to improve working conditions for these officers and ultimately enhance public safety.

In addition to providing collective bargaining rights, the bill also includes provisions for the resolution of disputes between public safety officers and their employers. This would help to ensure that negotiations are conducted fairly and that any disagreements are resolved in a timely and effective manner. Overall, Bill 119 s 636 is aimed at empowering public safety officers and improving their working conditions through the establishment of collective bargaining rights. It is designed to promote cooperation between employers and employees in the interest of enhancing public safety and ensuring the well-being of those who serve and protect our communities.

Current Status of Bill S 636

Bill S 636 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 19, 2025. Bill S 636 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 19, 2025.  Bill S 636's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 19, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 636

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 636

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 636

A bill to provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions, and for other purposes.
A bill to provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their political subdivisions, and for other purposes.

Comments

Langston Solomon profile image

Langston Solomon

479

9 months ago

This bill bad for us. It will hurt workers.

Jayla Garner profile image

Jayla Garner

463

9 months ago

I think this bill is a good idea because it helps keep everyone safe. But, how will this affect my job in the long run?