Education: teachers and administrators; references to section 1250 of the revised school code; remove. Amends sec. 164h of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1764h).
Impact
The implications of HB 4821 are significant as they modify existing collective bargaining practices within school districts. By disallowing the automatic deduction of union dues, the bill aims to limit the financial power of unions, potentially impacting their operations and membership. Furthermore, the legislation emphasizes the necessity for compliance with state law, which could streamline and consolidate bargaining agreements but may raise concerns regarding the restriction of employee rights and protections that such agreements typically provide.
Summary
House Bill 4821 proposes amendments to the 1979 PA 94, commonly known as the State School Aid Act of 1979, specifically targeting the provisions of collective bargaining agreements in educational districts. The bill prohibits districts from entering into agreements that establish racial or religious preferences, automatically deduct union dues from employee pay, conflict with law regarding transparency, or employ compensation methods not compliant with the revised school code. Notably, the legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2024, thereby introducing a new compliance deadline for educational institutions across Michigan.
Contention
Contentious elements of this bill include the prohibition against establishing racial or religious preferences, which could spark debates over equity and representation in hiring practices within educational settings. Critics may argue that these changes could adversely affect efforts aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion among school staff. Additionally, the fiscal penalty imposed on districts that fail to comply with the new provisions—a forfeiture of 5% of state funds—could further exacerbate tensions, as administrators may view this as a financial threat to their operational budgets and educational programs.
Labor: collective bargaining; the state school aid act of 1979; update reference to 1947 PA 336. Amends sec. 164h of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1764h). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4354'23
Labor: collective bargaining; collective bargaining agreements that require the automatic deduction of union dues; remove prohibition against a district or intermediate district from entering into. Amends sec. 164h of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1764h). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4356'23
Education: teachers and administrators; performance evaluation systems for public school teachers and school administrators; modify. Amends secs. 1249, 1249a, 1249b & 1280f of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1249 et seq.) & repeals secs. 1250, 1531j & 1531k of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1250 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0396'23
Education: other; certain provisions of 1947 PA 336; modify to remove certain provisions of the revised school code. Amends sec. 15 of 1947 PA 336 (MCL 423.215).
Education: teachers and administrators; performance evaluation systems for public school teachers and school administrators; modify. Amends secs. 1248, 1249, 1249a, 1249b & 1280f of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1248 et seq.) & adds secs. 1250a, 1531l & 1531m. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0798'24
Education: teachers and administrators; factors for personnel decisions; modify. Amends sec. 1248 of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1248). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4354'23
Education: teachers and administrators; performance evaluation systems for public school teachers and school administrators; modify. Amends secs. 1248, 1249, 1249a, 1249b & 1280f of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1248 et seq.) & adds secs. 1250a, 1531l & 1531m. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0380'25
Education: examinations; references to M-STEP to include a state-administered assessment system under section 104d of the state school aid act of 1979; modify. Amends secs. 502, 503, 522, 552 & 1279g of 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.502 et seq.).