Repeals provisions relating to resolutions of disputes in the course of collective negotiations with certain deputy sheriffs to provide such deputy sheriffs with the same interest arbitration scope as municipal police officers.
Summary
Bill A03768 seeks to repeal paragraph (g) of subdivision 4 of section 209 of the civil service law, which currently governs the resolution of disputes during collective negotiations specifically for certain deputy sheriffs. The repeal aims to align the dispute resolution process for these deputy sheriffs with that of municipal police officers, thereby providing them with a broader scope of interest arbitration rights. This legislative change is intended to enhance the negotiation capabilities and protections for deputy sheriffs in New York State.
Impact
If enacted, this bill will amend existing civil service law, removing specific limitations on the collective negotiation process for deputy sheriffs. This change is expected to provide these law enforcement officers with similar arbitration rights as their municipal police counterparts, potentially leading to more favorable negotiation outcomes and improved labor relations within the law enforcement community.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill A03768 appears to be positive, as indicated by the unanimous support in the Assembly Governmental Employees Committee, where it received 14 votes in favor with no opposition. This suggests a consensus among committee members regarding the need for equitable treatment of deputy sheriffs in collective bargaining processes.
Contention
While there is currently no recorded opposition to the bill within the committee discussions, potential points of contention may arise from stakeholders concerned about the implications of expanding arbitration rights for deputy sheriffs. Some may argue that this could lead to increased costs for municipalities or complicate existing labor relations frameworks. However, no specific dissenting voices have been noted in the available discussions.
Same As
Repeals provisions relating to resolutions of disputes in the course of collective negotiations with certain deputy sheriffs to provide such deputy sheriffs with the same interest arbitration scope as municipal police officers.
Repeals provisions relating to resolutions of disputes in the course of collective negotiations with certain deputy sheriffs to provide such deputy sheriffs with the same interest arbitration scope as municipal police officers.
Repeals provisions relating to resolutions of disputes in the course of collective negotiations with certain deputy sheriffs to provide such deputy sheriffs with the same interest arbitration scope as municipal police officers.