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FL S1296
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Fiscal Policy
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AI Summary
- Amends Public Employees Relations Commission procedures to conform final order requirements to Chapter 120 (Administrative Procedure Act) and extends appeal hearing timeframes from 30 to 60 days
- Revises employee organization registration requirements, including a new registration fee, mandatory retention of membership authorization forms, and provisions for revocation of certification if organizations fail to meet renewal requirements
- Expands the definition of "employee organization activities" to include 13 specific categories such as political advocacy, collective bargaining, grievance preparation, and attending union events
- Requires bargaining agents to revoke membership and cease dues collection within 30 days of receiving a public employee's written revocation, while exempting public safety units from certain membership authorization requirements
- Authorizes elections to be conducted by mail ballot with prepaid postage when requested by either party, and increases fines for certain labor violations
Legislative Description
Public Employees Relations Commission
Last Action
CS passed; YEAS 73, NAYS 37
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Fiscal Policy2/17/2026
Full Bill Text
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