SB 6350-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

Authorizes the state patrol to bargain for rates of pay and wage levels.

Declares that, for the purposes of negotiating: (1) Wages and wage-related matters, the state shall be represented by the governor or the governor's designee who is appointed under chapter 41.80 RCW; and

(2) Nonwage related matters, the state shall be represented by the Washington state patrol.

Requires the state's bargaining representative to periodically consult with a subcommittee of the joint committee on employment relations created in RCW 41.80.010(5).

Requires the subcommittee to be consulted regarding the appropriations necessary to implement these provisions in a collective bargaining agreement and, on completion of negotiations, must be advised on the elements of these provisions.