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https://orcid.org/0009-0004-8456-060X
Abstract
This white paper examines the potential implications of the pending Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling on the constitutionality of 2011 Wisconsin Act 10, a landmark labor law that significantly restricted collective bargaining rights for public sector employees, including teachers and university professors. The ruling stands to reshape the landscape of public sector labor relations in Wisconsin, impacting public educators’ bargaining power, labor-management dynamics, and ultimately, the quality of public education. Drawing on scholarly research, this paper outlines the key challenges posed by the potential legal uncertainty and proposes a multi-pronged approach centered on collaborative labor-management frameworks, contingency planning, inclusive policymaking, capacity building, and data-driven decision-making. These strategies aim to stabilize labor relations and support Wisconsin’s public education workforce through what may be a crucial transition. The paper serves as a guide for policymakers, labor leaders, and public employers by helping them prepare in what is anticipated to be another step in the evolution of collective bargaining for public employees in Wisconsin.
Recommended Citation
Bryan, C. J. (2025). Implications of the Pending Wisconsin Supreme Court Ruling on Act 10. The Interactive Journal of Global Leadership and Learning, 4(1). https://doi.org/10.55354/2692-3394.1065
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