LABOR/COLLECTIVE BARGAIN: Prohibits collective bargaining for public officers and employees

This bill removes a restriction that previously prevented public officers and employees from engaging in collective bargaining. By deleting the word "not," the legislation allows these government workers to negotiate their employment terms through union representation. The change directly affects public sector employees who were formerly barred from forming or joining bargaining units. This amendment expands the scope of who can participate in collective bargaining negotiations within the public sector.