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SB 600

Public Employment Relations Board: powers and duties.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dave Cortese

SB 600 expands California's Public Employment Relations Board authority over public sector labor disputes, advancing through committee with implementation details still under review.

Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56.
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Bill Summary · SB 600

Legislative bill overview

SB 600 expands the powers and duties of California's Public Employment Relations Board (PERB), the agency that oversees labor relations in the public sector. The bill has advanced through committee review and is currently under submission following a May 23 hearing, with modifications recommended during the legislative process.

Why is this important

PERB handles disputes between public employers (government agencies, schools, transit systems) and unions representing public employees. Changes to PERB's authority directly affect how labor disputes are resolved, what rights unions and workers have, and the balance of power in public sector labor relations—issues affecting millions of Californians who rely on public services.

Potential points of contention

  • Union advocacy vs. employer concerns: Expansions of PERB authority typically favor unions and workers; government employers and fiscal conservatives may argue it increases costs and reduces management flexibility
  • Scope of jurisdiction: Unclear what specific new powers are being granted; this affects whether PERB can address new categories of disputes or enforce existing rules more aggressively
  • Implementation costs: New PERB responsibilities may require additional staff and funding, which could face budget scrutiny in the Appropriations Committee (where it currently sits)

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

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