BillTrack50 logo
Free Signup Login
Bill

Bill > SB0269

IN SB0269

IN SB0269
Employee's right to work.

summary

Introduced
01/04/2012
In Committee
02/13/2012
Crossed Over
01/23/2012
Passed
Dead
03/14/2012

Introduced Session

2012 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Makes it a Class A misdemeanor to require an individual to: (1) become or remain a member of a labor organization; (2) pay dues, fees, or other charges to a labor organization; or (3) pay to a charity or another third party an amount that represents dues, fees, or other charges required of members of a labor organization; as a condition of employment or continuation of employment. Provides that the Indiana department of labor may investigate and issue administrative orders for violations or threatened violations. Establishes a separate private right of action for violations or threatened violations. Provides that the statute does not apply to federal employees, employees subject to certain federal laws, certain employees over whom the federal government has jurisdiction, state employees, and employees of a political subdivision. Provides that the statute does not apply to the extent it is in conflict with or preempted by federal law. Provides that the statute is not intended, and should not be construed, to change or affect any other law concerning collective bargaining or collective bargaining agreements in the building and construction industry.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a "Right to Work" chapter in Indiana law, making it a Class A misdemeanor for any person to require an individual to join a labor organization, pay dues or fees to a labor organization, or pay an equivalent amount to a charity or third party as a condition of employment or continued employment. A labor organization is defined as any group, agency, union, or committee that helps employees negotiate with employers on issues like wages and working conditions. The bill specifies that it does not apply to federal employees, employees covered by specific federal laws like the Railway Labor Act, state employees, or employees of political subdivisions, nor does it apply if it conflicts with or is preempted by federal law. Importantly, it clarifies that this law does not alter existing laws regarding collective bargaining in the building and construction industry, except for those that permit agreements requiring union membership or payment of dues. The Indiana Department of Labor is empowered to investigate violations and issue administrative orders, and individuals who suffer harm from a violation or threatened violation can file a civil lawsuit seeking damages, attorney fees, and other relief.

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures (on 02/13/2012)

bill text

bill summary

Loading...

bill summary

Loading...

bill summary

Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page http://www.in.gov/apps/lsa/session/billwatch/billinfo?year=2012&session=1&request=getBill&doctype=SB&docno=0269
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0051.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0024.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0025.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0026.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0027.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0028.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0029.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0030.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0031.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0032.PDF.pdf
Vote http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/Srollcal/0033.PDF.pdf
Fiscal Impact Statement #1 http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/FISCAL/SB0269.001.pdf
Fiscal Impact Statement #2 http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/FISCAL/SB0269.002.pdf
Fiscal Impact Statement #3 http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/FISCAL/SB0269.003.pdf
Fiscal Impact Statement #4 http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/PDF/FISCAL/SB0269.004.pdf
Bill http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/SB/SB0269.2.html
Bill http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/SB/SB0269.1.html
Bill http://www.in.gov/legislative/bills/2012/IN/IN0269.1.html
Loading...