An act relating to establishing a union agent-represented worker privilege

This bill establishes a legal privilege protecting confidential communications between union agents and employees or former employees. It allows these individuals to refuse to disclose such communications in court proceedings, administrative hearings, or arbitration, while also preventing others from revealing them. The privilege applies to information shared in confidence during representational relationships, such as advice given during grievance procedures or contract negotiations. Exceptions exist for situations involving imminent criminal acts that could cause serious harm, communications related to planning crimes or fraud, and criminal cases in the Superior Court's Criminal Division. The law takes effect immediately upon passage and defines specific circumstances under which union agents may or must disclose confidential information.