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WA · SB5944FINAL · 8 COSPONSORS

Concerning language access providers' collective bargaining.

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This bill expands collective bargaining rights for language access providers in Washington State. It designates the governor as the public employer for these providers and outlines specific statewide units for bargaining. The bill limits the scope of bargaining to economic compensation, professional development, and benefits, excluding retirement.

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