Board adopts resolution expressing concern about HB 1263 and SB 378 collective-bargaining measures
The board considered a draft resolution from the Virginia Association of Counties expressing concerns about House Bill 1263 and Senate Bill 378 on collective bargaining for local government employees; Speaker 2 warned the bills could cost the county and schools an estimated $3–4 million and the board adopted the resolution of concern by voice vote.
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The board reviewed a draft resolution urged by the Virginia Association of Counties concerning proposed state legislation (House Bill 1263 and Senate Bill 378) that would expand collective bargaining rights for local government employees and teachers. Speaker 2 said the county could face major long-term cost increases if the bills are enacted and cited a rough estimate of "3 or $4,000,000" in additional costs for the county and school system together.
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