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HB 466

An Act amending the act of July 23, 1970 (P.L.563, No.195), known as the Public Employe Relations Act, in definitions, further providing for definitions; and, in scope of bargaining, providing for political contributions.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Keith Greiner and 4 co-sponsors

HB 466 modifies Pennsylvania public employee bargaining rules to address political contributions' role in union-employer negotiations, potentially limiting or clarifying which financial matters unions can collectively bargain over.

Referred to Labor & Industry
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Bill Summary · HB 466

Legislative bill overview

HB 466 amends Pennsylvania's Public Employe Relations Act to modify how "definitions" are treated and adds provisions regarding political contributions within the scope of collective bargaining negotiations. The bill specifically addresses what topics unions and public employers can negotiate over, with a focus on restricting or clarifying rules around political contributions.

Why is this important

Public employee unions represent a significant workforce in Pennsylvania, and the scope of bargaining directly affects what issues can be negotiated in contracts affecting millions in public spending and working conditions. Changes to bargaining scope can shift power dynamics between unions, employers, and taxpayers, particularly if political contributions become a negotiable item or are explicitly excluded from negotiations.

Potential points of contention

  • Union fundraising vs. taxpayer concerns: Whether allowing political contributions as a bargaining topic enables unions to secure favorable contract terms that indirectly fund political activities, or whether restricting it limits worker representation rights
  • Defining "political contributions": Ambiguity about what qualifies (direct donations, PAC funding, member dues allocation) could lead to disputes and uneven enforcement across public employers
  • Scope creep or scope limitations: Whether this expands or restricts negotiable topics may be viewed differently depending on whether one prioritizes union autonomy or fiscal responsibility in public sector labor relations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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