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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.
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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
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
15Democrat Cosponsors
15Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5159
Primary Policy Focus
Labor and EmploymentAlternate 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
773
7 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
764
7 months ago
This bill is sad. Who benefits from it?
Parker Douglas
741
7 months ago
I think this bill could be good for workers like me. Can't wait to see how it all plays out! #HR5159
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5159
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