Bill > HJR0005

This Joint Resolution proposes an amendment to Article XI of the Tennessee Constitution to establish a "right to work," meaning it would be illegal for anyone, including employers or government entities, to deny someone a job based on whether they are a member of, refuse to join, or have left a labor union or employee organization. This proposed amendment, which has already been agreed upon by a majority in both houses of the General Assembly and published as required by the state constitution, will be placed on the ballot for voters to decide at the next general election where a governor is chosen, which is the November 2022 general election. The resolution emphasizes that protecting the freedom to join or not join a union is considered a fundamental civil right and has contributed to Tennessee's economic success.