IL SB0577

Adds definition of "union neutrality clause" to the Charter Schools Law, requiring charter schools to remain neutral on employee unionization and prohibiting threats, intimidation, discrimination, or retaliation based on union support or opposition.

Requires any renewal of a certified charter school contract to include a union neutrality clause after the effective date of this bill.

Mandates that all new charter school proposals must include a union neutrality clause as part of the required submission materials.

Specifies that union neutrality clauses must guarantee labor organizations reasonable access to charter school facilities to meet with employees about representation rights and employment terms, with union recognition determined through majority card check verified by neutral arbitrator.

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.