The bill, introduced by Representative Dean, seeks to amend sections 9.81, 4117.09, and 4117.11 of the Revised Code to prohibit public employers from requiring employees to pay dues or fees to an employee organization as a condition of employment. Specifically, it inserts language stating that no public employer shall agree to a provision requiring that a public employee become a member of, or pay dues or fees to, an employee organization for securing or retaining employment. Additionally, the bill removes existing provisions that allowed for the deduction of fair share fees from non-member employees, which were previously permissible under certain conditions.

The amendments also include changes to the definitions and procedures related to collective bargaining agreements, grievance procedures, and unfair labor practices. Notably, the bill eliminates language that mandated non-member employees to pay a fair share fee to the employee organization, thereby reinforcing the principle of voluntary association and financial support for employee organizations. The existing sections of the Revised Code that are being amended will be repealed, reflecting the comprehensive nature of the changes proposed in this legislation.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 9.81, 4117.09, 4117.11