The bill CS/HB 1387 amends several sections of Florida Statutes concerning the Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC) and the collective bargaining processes for public employees. Key changes include the removal of the requirement for employee organizations to be "certified" as bargaining agents, allowing public employees greater freedom in choosing their representation. The bill also introduces new definitions for "membership dues" and "public safety employee," expands the scope of employees covered, and mandates that public employers deduct membership dues from employees' salaries upon written authorization. Additionally, it establishes a 30-day timeframe for organizations to cease dues collection following a membership revocation and introduces a registration fee for employee organizations.

Further amendments enhance the regulatory framework governing employee organizations, including provisions for the commission to investigate the accuracy of submitted information and the introduction of a 12-month waiting period for organizations seeking recertification after revocation. The bill also clarifies the election procedures for certification and decertification, emphasizing majority voting and the process for resolving impasses during negotiations. Overall, CS/HB 1387 aims to streamline collective bargaining processes, enhance transparency and accountability in employee organizations, and strengthen the rights of public employees in Florida.

Statutes affected:
H 1387 Filed: 110.227, 112.0455, 295.14, 447.203, 447.305, 447.307, 447.401, 447.405, 447.503, 447.609, 110.114, 110.205, 121.031, 447.02, 1011.60
H 1387 c1: 110.227, 112.0455, 295.14, 447.203, 447.205, 447.305, 447.307, 447.309, 447.401, 447.405, 447.503, 447.609, 110.114, 110.205, 112.3187, 121.031, 447.02, 1011.60