This bill amends various sections of Minnesota Statutes concerning public employment, specifically addressing the authority of exclusive representatives to charge fair share fees. It eliminates the ability for exclusive representatives to impose fair share fees on non-member employees, thereby removing the financial obligation for these employees to contribute to representation costs. Key deletions include references to fair share fee challenges and deductions in sections 179A.04, 179A.051, 179A.102, 179A.60, and 402A.40, as well as the repeal of definitions and conditions for charging fair share fees in sections 179A.03, subdivision 9, and 179A.06, subdivision 3.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the commissioner regarding public employment and collective bargaining, emphasizing transparency and support in mediation and arbitration processes. It aims to streamline the commissioner's duties while ensuring all employees have access to necessary information and representation. The act will take effect the day after its final enactment, marking a significant change in public sector labor relations in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 179A.04, 179A.051, 179A.102, 179A.60, 256B.0711, 402A.40