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Bargaining Rights for Public Safety Officers: Firefighters, Police, EMS

This act aims to grant firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical personnel in states and local communities the right to form unions and negotiate their working conditions. This is intended to improve cooperation between public safety employers and employees, potentially leading to better responses to threats and disasters, and improved working conditions for these crucial public safety professionals.
Key points
Public safety officers (police, firefighters, EMS) gain the right to form labor organizations and bargain over employment terms like wages and hours.
The act seeks to enhance public safety through improved cooperation between public safety employers and employees.
In states that do not provide comparable rights, the Federal Labor Relations Authority will establish its own collective bargaining procedures.
Existing collective bargaining agreements and units for public safety officers will remain valid under this act.
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Print number: 118_HR_3539
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3539.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Public safety officers (police, firefighters, EMS) gain the right to form labor organizations and bargain over employment terms like wages and hours.
  • The act seeks to enhance public safety through improved cooperation between public safety employers and employees.
  • In states that do not provide comparable rights, the Federal Labor Relations Authority will establish its own collective bargaining procedures.
  • Existing collective bargaining agreements and units for public safety officers will remain valid under this act.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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