An Act relative to fair worker representation on joint purchasing group committees

This bill requires that joint purchasing groups in Massachusetts include worker representation on their decision-making committees. Specifically, at least 25 percent of the committee members must be elected by labor representatives, and one member must be appointed from the Retired State, County and Municipal Employees Association. The law applies to any governmental agency that enters into a trust or joint purchase agreement, ensuring that employees and retirees have a formal voice in how shared purchasing decisions are made. By mandating these specific roles, the legislation aims to balance committee composition with input from both active workers and retired public servants.