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S 1360

An Act relative to collective bargaining rights of the state police

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mike Moore

Bill grants Massachusetts state police collective bargaining rights, enabling union organization and employment negotiations previously prohibited for this law enforcement group.

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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Bill Summary · S 1360

Legislative bill overview

S 1360 grants Massachusetts state police officers collective bargaining rights, allowing them to organize and negotiate employment terms as a union. Currently, Massachusetts state police are among a limited group of public safety personnel restricted from collective bargaining. This bill would extend those negotiating rights to state police in alignment with other public sector unions.

Why is this important

State police compensation, benefits, working conditions, and job security would shift from unilateral management decisions to negotiated agreements. This affects the state budget, police department operations, and potentially public safety service delivery, while impacting wages and working conditions for approximately 2,000 state police officers.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost implications: Union negotiations could increase personnel costs through wages, benefits, and pension agreements, raising budget concerns for state government
  • Operational control: Public safety advocates worry collective bargaining agreements could limit management flexibility in scheduling, assignments, and disciplinary procedures
  • Precedent and equity: Debate over whether state police should have the same rights as other state employees, or remain under different rules due to public safety roles

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

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