AB 465: Local public employees: memoranda of understanding.

This bill aims to amend the Government Code to improve labor relations between public agencies and employee organizations. It requires memoranda of understanding between public agencies and recognized employee organizations to include provisions for progressive discipline and due process. The bill defines progressive discipline and due process for this purpose and specifies that the refusal or failure to include these provisions constitutes refusing or failing to meet and negotiate in good faith. The bill applies to all cities, including charter cities, and addresses a matter of statewide concern. It also clarifies that no reimbursement will be made for costs mandated by the state under this act, but local agencies and school districts may pursue available remedies to seek reimbursement.