SF2111

The bill S.F. No. 2111 proposes repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, Section 626.892, which establishes the peace officer grievance arbitration selection procedure. This procedure currently governs the arbitration of disputes related to written disciplinary actions, discharges, or terminations of peace officers under collective bargaining agreements.

Key Provisions Being Repealed:

• Arbitrator Selection Process: The Bureau of Mediation Services maintains a roster of arbitrators specifically for peace officer grievance cases.
• Applicability: The arbitration procedure applies to all peace officer grievance arbitrations since September 1, 2020.
• Arbitrator Qualifications & Training: Arbitrators must have knowledge of labor law, law enforcement practices, and training in cultural competency, racism, and implicit bias.
• Binding Arbitration: Disciplinary grievances for peace officers must be resolved through a binding arbitration process.
• Exclusivity & Supersession: Peace officer unions cannot negotiate arbitration procedures contrary to this statute.

Purpose of the Bill:

By repealing Minnesota Statutes, Section 626.892, this bill seeks to eliminate the grievance arbitration selection procedure for peace officers, effectively reverting to standard arbitration processes used for other public employees or requiring an alternative system.

If enacted, the law would remove specialized arbitration panels and specific procedural rules governing how disputes over police discipline are handled.