MI HB6565

Changes language in the Public Employment Relations Act from "unlawful" to "unfair labor practice" for prohibited conduct by public employers and labor organizations.

Prohibits public employers from interfering with employee rights, discriminating based on union membership or activity, or refusing to bargain collectively with employee representatives.

Prohibits labor organizations from restraining or coercing employees, causing employers to discriminate against employees, or refusing to bargain collectively when certified as the representative.

Allows public employers to require all bargaining unit employees to pay service fees equivalent to union dues as a condition of employment, if negotiated with the exclusive bargaining representative.

Establishes that modifying or eliminating existing employment terms unilaterally—including grievance arbitration and dues deduction provisions—constitutes an unfair labor practice until the parties reach impasse in collective bargaining negotiations.