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Nationwide Right to Unionize Act

9/30/2025, 11:17 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5159

This bill, designated as H.R. 5159 in the 119th Congress, aims to repeal the authorization granted under the National Labor Relations Act that allows states to pass laws restricting agreements mandating labor union membership as a job requirement, among other objectives.

Current Status of Bill HR 5159

Bill HR 5159 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 4, 2025. Bill HR 5159 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on September 4, 2025.  Bill HR 5159's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. as of September 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5159

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
15
Democrat Cosponsors
15
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5159

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5159

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.
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.

Comments

Beau Fink profile image

Beau Fink

432

2 months ago

I am so sad about this bill that wants to take away the power of states to make laws about labor unions. It's not fair that they want to change things like this. How will this affect me and others like me?

Palmer Richardson profile image

Palmer Richardson

383

2 months ago

This bill is sad. Who benefits from it?

Parker Douglas profile image

Parker Douglas

382

2 months ago

I think this bill could be good for workers like me. Can't wait to see how it all plays out! #HR5159