Senate Resolution No. 13, introduced during the February Session of 2024 and reported favorably by the Senate Committee on Appropriations, proposes the approval of an agreement between The University of Connecticut Board of Trustees and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America, Local 6950. This agreement, which was submitted to the assembly on April 2, 2024, for approval, pertains to the employment terms for Postdoctoral Research Associates, excluding those at the University of Connecticut Health Center, and covers the fiscal years from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027.

The fiscal impact of the agreement indicates additional costs to the University of Connecticut of $214,446 in FY 25, $409,470 in FY 26, and $566,170 in FY 27. These costs are expected to be covered by non-General Fund sources such as tuition and research grant revenues. The agreement includes provisions for wage increases and fringe benefits for approximately 150 union employees. 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 has given a favorable recommendation for the resolution with a unanimous vote.