Connecticut Senate Bill SB00986

Connecticut 2015 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/23/15
• Refer: 2/23/15

Caption

An Act Requiring Employers To Enter Into Proprietary Interest Protection Agreements Prior To Receiving Financial Assistance From The State.

Impact

If passed, SB00986 would alter existing laws concerning employer responsibilities prior to the receipt of significant state funds. Employers will need to demonstrate compliance by providing written confirmations of their agreements with any labor organizations representing their employees. This will include maintaining collective bargaining agreements and ensuring that labor organizations are committed to refraining from any disruptive actions like strikes or boycotts, during state-funded projects.

Summary

SB00986, titled 'An Act Requiring Employers To Enter Into Proprietary Interest Protection Agreements Prior To Receiving Financial Assistance From The State', mandates that employers receiving state financial assistance exceeding $100,000 must enter into proprietary interest protection agreements with labor organizations. This bill aims to ensure that employers have taken appropriate steps to prevent any labor conflicts during the execution of state-funded projects. The inclusion of such agreements is designed to promote workplace stability and protect the flow of state funds by mitigating potential disruptions that could arise from labor disputes.

Contention

Support for this bill primarily arises from a desire for accountability and avoidance of disruption in projects financed by state assistance. However, some may view this measure as an undue burden on employers, potentially complicating their operations. Critics could argue that imposing such agreements may limit the rights of workers to organize and protest, thereby escalating tensions between labor organizations and employers. The balance between protecting state investments and maintaining workers' rights stands as a focal point of contention surrounding the bill.