The bill H.290, introduced by Representative Krasnow, seeks to amend the State Employees Labor Relations Act to allow Assistant Attorneys General to organize and bargain collectively. The amendment specifically modifies the definition of "State employee" in 3 V.S.A. § 902 to include Assistant Attorneys General, alongside other categories of employees such as those in the Vermont State Colleges, the University of Vermont, and deputy State Attorneys. This inclusion signifies a shift in labor relations, granting Assistant Attorneys General the same rights as other state employees regarding collective bargaining.

Additionally, the bill establishes an effective date for this change, stating that it will take effect on July 1, 2025. This timeline allows for the necessary preparations and adjustments within the state’s labor relations framework to accommodate the new provisions for Assistant Attorneys General.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3-902