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CT HB05185

An Act Concerning A Public Employee's Right To Be A Member Of A Union.


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Introduced
01/14/2025
In Committee
01/14/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To provide clear disclosures on state and municipal collective bargaining agreements of an employee's right to opt out of membership in a union.

AI Summary

This bill aims to amend existing state statutes (specifically chapters 68 and 113) to mandate that all state and municipal collective bargaining agreements (which are legally binding contracts negotiated between government employers and labor unions representing employees) and related employee notices must include a clear and prominently displayed statement informing employees about their right to choose not to be a member of an employee organization (union). The purpose of this legislation is to enhance transparency by ensuring that workers are explicitly aware of their option to opt out of union membership, even in workplaces where unions represent employees. By requiring such a disclosure, the bill seeks to reinforce employees' freedom of association and provide them with explicit information about their right to decide whether they want to participate in a union, without facing potential pressure or confusion about their membership status.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Labor and Public Employees (on 01/14/2025)

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