The proposed bill, known as the "Public Employee Choice Act," aims to grant certain public employees the right to engage in independent bargaining with their employers without interference from employee organizations or exclusive bargaining representatives. This legislation asserts that public employees should have the freedom to negotiate their employment terms, including wages and hours, independently. The bill defines "independent bargaining" and outlines the rights and responsibilities associated with it, while also establishing that this form of bargaining does not confer any additional rights or impose greater duties compared to employees represented by unions.

However, the bill specifies certain categories of public employees who are exempt from these independent bargaining rights, including law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical service personnel, and corrections officers. It also includes provisions that make any agreements violating these independent bargaining rights unlawful and establishes penalties for violations, including fines and potential imprisonment. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, and applies to all contracts entered into after that date.