Vermont § 3601 - Purpose
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 3601 — Purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3601. Purpose
- (a) The General Assembly recognizes the right of all early care and education providers
to bargain collectively with the State over matters within the State’s control and
identified as subjects of bargaining pursuant to subsection 3603(b) of this chapter. (b) The General Assembly intends to create an opportunity for early care and education
providers to choose to form a union and bargain with the State over matters within
the State’s control and identified as subjects of bargaining pursuant to subsection
3603(b) of this chapter. (c) Specific terms and conditions of employment, which are the subject of traditional
collective bargaining between employers and employees, are outside the limited scope
of this chapter. (d) The matters subject to this chapter are those within the control of the State of Vermont
and relevant to all early care and education providers. (e) Early care and education providers do not forfeit their rights under the National
Labor Relations Act, 29 U.S.C. §§ 151-169, or the Vermont State Labor Relations Act, 21 V.S.A. §§ 1501-1624, by becoming members of an organization that represents them in their dealings with
the State. The terms and conditions of employment with individual early care and education
providers, which are the subjects of traditional collective bargaining between employers
and employees and which are governed by federal law, fall outside the limited scope
of bargaining defined in this chapter. (Added 2013, No. 187 (Adj. Sess.), § 2, eff. June 5, 2014.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 3601
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 3601 cover?
Section 3601 ("Purpose") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 3601?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 3601" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 3601 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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