New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S3435

Introduced
6/13/24  

Caption

Requires official inspection facility employees covered by collective bargaining agreement to be offered employment following contract renewal; requires collective bargaining agreement to be binding in certain areas.

Impact

The implementation of S3435 will significantly influence state employment laws as they pertain to unionized workers at inspection facilities. By requiring that these employees remain employed when contracts change, the legislation potentially stabilizes the workforce in a sector that can be prone to high employee turnover. Additionally, the necessity to uphold collective bargaining agreements during transitions strengthens workers' rights and job security, as it imposes legal obligations on succeeding contractors to honor existing contracts.

Summary

Senate Bill S3435, introduced in the New Jersey Legislature, mandates that employees of official motor vehicle inspection facilities who are covered by collective bargaining agreements must be offered employment upon the renewal of contracts. This provision aims to secure the jobs of existing employees and ensure they are prioritized when new contracts are awarded. The bill represents an amendment to current statutes governing the operation of these facilities, particularly focusing on employee rights related to contract renewals and transitions between contractors.

Contention

Debate surrounding S3435 may arise from concerns about the implications for private contractors who operate inspection facilities. Although proponents argue that the bill strengthens job security and worker rights, critics might contend that it limits flexibility in choosing labor solutions that could optimize operational efficiency. The binding nature of collective bargaining agreements on subsequent contractors raises issues regarding the management of these facilities and their ability to adjust workforce requirements based on shifting operational needs.

Companion Bills

NJ A4618

Same As Requires official inspection facility employees covered by collective bargaining agreement to be offered employment following contract renewal or award of new contract; requires collective bargaining agreement to be binding in certain cases.

Previously Filed As

NJ A4618

Requires official inspection facility employees covered by collective bargaining agreement to be offered employment following contract renewal or award of new contract; requires collective bargaining agreement to be binding in certain cases.

NJ SB374

Project labor agreements; prevailing wage, collective bargaining for employees of local gov'ts, etc.

NJ HB883

Project labor agreements; prevailing wage, collective bargaining for employees of local governments.

NJ A3684

Requires contracts for sale of certain health care entities to preserve employee wages and benefits and to honor collective bargaining agreements.

NJ AB129

State employment: State Bargaining Units 16 and 18: agreements.

NJ LD2017

An Act to Fund Collective Bargaining Agreements with Executive Branch Employees

NJ SB0005

Labor: collective bargaining; requirement for agency fee for nonunion members; allow in bargaining agreements and as condition of employment in public sector. Amends secs. 9, 10 & 15 of 1947 PA 336 (MCL 423.209 et seq.).

NJ HB4004

Labor: collective bargaining; requirement for agency fee for nonunion members; allow in bargaining agreements and as condition of employment in public sector. Amends secs. 9, 10 & 15 of 1947 PA 336 (MCL 423.209 et seq.).

NJ SB00464

An Act Requiring Approval Of Collective Bargaining Agreements.

NJ AB1017

Collective bargaining agreements: arbitration: litigation.

Similar Bills

NJ A4618

Requires official inspection facility employees covered by collective bargaining agreement to be offered employment following contract renewal or award of new contract; requires collective bargaining agreement to be binding in certain cases.

NJ S3041

Prohibits cooperative from receiving public works contract when cooperative-approved vendor fails to pay prevailing wage; concerns cooperative purchasing agreements with other states; and permits contracting units to award certain indefinite contracts.

NJ A4194

Prohibits cooperative from receiving public works contract when cooperative-approved vendor fails to pay prevailing wage; concerns cooperative purchasing agreements with other states; and permits contracting units to award certain indefinite contracts.

CA SB1226

Joint powers agreements: zero-emission transportation systems or facilities.

CA AB2293

Joint powers agreements: health care services.

CA AB1808

Public contracts: goods and services: installation of carpet, resilient flooring, and synthetic turf.

CA AB2182

Public works.

AZ SB1136

Public works; contracts; payments