Senate Resolution No. 13, reported favorably by the Senate Committee on Appropriations, proposes the approval of an agreement between the University of Connecticut (UConn) Board of Trustees and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America, Local 6950. This agreement specifically concerns Postdoctoral Research Associates, excluding those at the University of Connecticut Health Center, and spans three fiscal years from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027. The resolution was submitted to the General Assembly on April 2, 2024, and is recommended for adoption as per section 5-278 (b) of the general statutes.

The fiscal impact of the agreement includes costs of $214,446 for FY 25, $409,470 for FY 26, and $566,170 for FY 27, which are expected to be covered by non-General Fund sources such as tuition and research grant revenues. The agreement covers approximately 150 union employees and includes provisions for wage increases. The wage provisions will remain in effect until a new contract is negotiated following the expiration of this agreement on June 30, 2027. The Appropriations Committee voted favorably on the resolution with 12 yeas and 0 nays.