Q&A
Challenges in passing EPP legislation
2:23:03
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Council Member Julie Won inquires about the challenges in passing Employee Protection Provisions (EPP) legislation. DOE officials explain the current status and obstacles faced in implementing EPPs.
- EPP legislation has passed but hasn't been signed into law by the governor
- Courts have deemed EPPs illegal as they are considered anti-competitive
- The main concern is that EPPs could potentially increase the cost of contracts
- Apart from cost and inclusion of EPP, there are generally no significant differences in service quality between EPP and non-EPP contracts
Julie Won
2:23:03
Is it can you help me understand why it isn't passing in the state?
James Sarkis
2:23:08
Well, that's actually I should say it's it's passed legislation.
2:23:10
The governor hasn't signed it into law.
2:23:13
In the last couple of instances.
2:23:15
The main reason that EPPs have been cited as illegal at the moment by the courts is the fact that they've been deemed anti competitive, meaning that they could potentially increase the cost of contracts.
Julie Won
2:23:28
Got it.
2:23:29
Are there any other key differences other than the cost between EPP and non EPP contracts in terms of other cost of service or quality or workforce stability?
James Sarkis
2:23:40
Generally, they're essentially the same with the service that they provide and and whatnot.
2:23:46
The main difference is the cost and the con the inclusion of the EPP.
