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Bill to require periodic recertification of public‑sector unions draws broad opposition at committee hearing
Summary
Sponsors proposed HB 735 to require recertification or new elections when a majority of current employees were not present for the prior certification; unions, public employee groups and the PLRB opposed the measure as unnecessary, administratively burdensome, and disruptive.
The committee heard extensive testimony on HB 735, a bill that would trigger recertification elections for public‑sector bargaining units when a majority of current employees were not part of the original certification vote (or by other mechanisms described in the bill). Sponsors framed the effort as a way to ensure unions continue to represent the current workforce’s preferences; opponents called the measure a burdensome, union‑busting proposal that would create administrative chaos.
What proponents argued: Representative Granger and cosponsors said…
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