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MO HB3306

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nick Kimble

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates new Section 105.515 requiring public bodies and labor organizations to begin good faith bargaining within 30 days after a union is designated as exclusive bargaining representative
  • Mandates disputes unresolved within 180 days be referred to mediation, with arbitration required if mediation fails to resolve the dispute within 90 days
  • Allows either party to submit wage, benefit, or working condition disputes to binding interest arbitration at any time during bargaining if an impasse is reached
  • Prohibits public bodies from making unilateral changes to wages, benefits, or employment conditions after a union is designated or after a contract expires, with violations subject to court action for injunctive relief and monetary damages
  • Authorizes the state board of mediation to promulgate implementing rules, with rulemaking authority voided if Chapter 536 oversight powers are held unconstitutional

Legislative Description

Modifies provisions relating to public labor organizations

Last Action

HCS Reported Do Pass (H)

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Government3/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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