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Nationwide Right to Unionize Act
12/29/2022, 12:33 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8793
Bill 117 HR 8793, also known as the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to protect and expand the rights of workers to unionize and collectively bargain for better wages, benefits, and working conditions.
If passed, the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act would make it easier for workers to form and join unions by prohibiting employers from interfering with union organizing efforts. The bill would also strengthen penalties for employers who violate workers' rights to unionize.
Additionally, the bill would require employers to recognize and bargain with unions that have been democratically elected by their employees. This would help ensure that workers have a voice in decisions that affect their working conditions. Overall, the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act aims to empower workers and strengthen the labor movement in the United States. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect workers' rights and ensure fair treatment in the workplace. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, may argue that it could lead to increased costs for businesses and hinder economic growth. However, the bill's proponents believe that the benefits of empowering workers and promoting collective bargaining outweigh any potential drawbacks. As the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act continues to be debated in Congress, it will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the implications of this legislation and its potential impact on workers, employers, and the economy as a whole.
If passed, the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act would make it easier for workers to form and join unions by prohibiting employers from interfering with union organizing efforts. The bill would also strengthen penalties for employers who violate workers' rights to unionize.
Additionally, the bill would require employers to recognize and bargain with unions that have been democratically elected by their employees. This would help ensure that workers have a voice in decisions that affect their working conditions. Overall, the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act aims to empower workers and strengthen the labor movement in the United States. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect workers' rights and ensure fair treatment in the workplace. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, may argue that it could lead to increased costs for businesses and hinder economic growth. However, the bill's proponents believe that the benefits of empowering workers and promoting collective bargaining outweigh any potential drawbacks. As the Nationwide Right to Unionize Act continues to be debated in Congress, it will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the implications of this legislation and its potential impact on workers, employers, and the economy as a whole.
Congressional Summary of HR 8793
Nationwide Right To Unionize Act
This bill provides authorization for labor agreements to require membership in a labor organization as a condition of employment regardless of state law (thus preempting state laws that prohibit such agreements).
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Current Status of Bill HR 8793
Bill HR 8793 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 9, 2022. Bill HR 8793 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 9, 2022. Bill HR 8793's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of September 9, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8793
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
52Democrat Cosponsors
52Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8793
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8793
Nationwide Right to Unionize Act
Nationwide Right to Unionize Act
To repeal the authority under the National Labor Relations Act for States to enact laws prohibiting agreements requiring membership in a labor organization as a condition of employment, and for other purposes.
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