NY A09971

Amends civil service law to define "unlawful strike" as any strike not authorized by Section 209(5), and requires employee organizations to affirm they will not engage in unlawful strikes to be certified or recognized.

Establishes mandatory dispute resolution procedures for transportation authorities (MTA, NYC Transit Authority, Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority, and regional transportation authorities) including negotiation, mediation, and binding arbitration before any changes to wages, hours, or employment terms.

Requires 120 days' written notice before changing employment agreements and mandates mediation within 90 days; if unresolved after 60 days of mediation, the board must pursue arbitration or creation of an emergency board.

Allows transportation authorities to implement their last, best and final offer after 30 days following failed mediation or emergency board report, with employees engaging in work stoppages after this period not considered engaged in unlawful strikes.

Clarifies penalties for unlawful strikes including removal or disciplinary action, forfeiture of union rights, and requires chief executives to report within 60 days on circumstances, termination efforts, and sanctions imposed.