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Senate committee hears bill to extend collective bargaining to operational student workers
Summary
Senate Bill 5119 would extend collective bargaining rights to student employees at Washington's regional universities and The Evergreen State College who are not already covered, with sponsors and student speakers urging the committee to address pay, scheduling and grievance protections; a fiscal note lists costs to several institutions.
Senate Labor & Commerce Committee members heard testimony on Senate Bill 5119, a proposal to extend collective bargaining rights to student employees at Washington's regional universities and The Evergreen State College who are not currently covered by state collective bargaining laws.
Senator Tijuana Nobles, prime sponsor, said student workers provide essential services on campuses and face inconsistent protections. "Student workers are the backbone of our college campuses, keeping vital services running while striving to achieve their educational goals," Nobles said. She told the committee the bill would create a "clear and fair framework" to allow student workers to negotiate wages, workplace protections and certain tuition remission matters.
Staff described the bill's scope and…
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