The proposed bill would amend current Arizona statutes by adding a new section that specifically addresses arbitration agreements between employers and employees whose primary job duties involve handling goods at warehouses. Under the new law, such written agreements would be deemed valid, enforceable, and irrevocable, notwithstanding existing statutes that currently exclude employer-employee arbitration agreements. Additionally, the bill stipulates that if an employee initiates arbitration, they would be responsible for the administrative costs equivalent to the initial filing fee in state court, while the employer would cover all other unique arbitration costs.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that these arbitration agreements do not interfere with an employee's right to file claims with government agencies and do not apply to employees covered by enforceable collective bargaining agreements, except as permitted by those agreements. Overall, the bill seeks to establish a framework for arbitration in specific employment contexts while maintaining certain rights for employees.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 23-1606
Senate Engrossed Version: 23-1606
House Engrossed Version: 23-1606