In Tennessee, Senate Republicans are offering an amendment to their proposal that would rescind collective bargaining rights for teachers. The amendment would outline procedures for informal talks between teachers and schools, without union involvement. The Senators say that they are hoping for support from House Republicans on the measure. In the House, Republicans have not proposed removing all bargaining rights for teachers, but instead want to restrict them to bargaining over salary and benefits. The Governor has said that he supports the House's plan, which is expected to be voted on next week.
See "Senate may alter teachers union bill to allow informal talks", Chas Sisk, The Tennessean, April 3, 2011