The bill amends the 1947 Public Act 336, which governs collective bargaining for public employees in Michigan. It emphasizes the obligation of public employers to engage in collective bargaining with employee representatives while outlining specific subjects that are prohibited from being included in negotiations. Notably, the bill introduces new provisions that clarify the authority of public school employers over various operational decisions, such as the establishment of school year schedules, the management of employee benefits, and the use of volunteers. It also specifies that certain decisions regarding employee discipline, performance evaluations, and staffing reductions are solely within the discretion of the public employer.

Additionally, the bill includes several insertions that expand on the prohibited subjects of bargaining, such as decisions related to intergovernmental agreements and the selection of retirant members for pension boards in larger municipalities. It also stipulates that collective bargaining agreements must allow for modifications by emergency managers under the local financial stability and choice act. The bill will only take effect if Senate Bill No. 379 is enacted into law, indicating a coordinated legislative effort.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 423.215