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MI HB4452
MI HB4452Labor: collective bargaining; relocation of an employer's operations less than 1 year after its employees elect a bargaining representative; make an unfair labor practice. Amends sec. 23 of 1939 PA 176 (MCL 423.23) & adds sec. 18.
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Introduced
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
In Committee
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
103rd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to amend 1939 PA 176, entitled"An act to create a commission relative to labor disputes, and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for the mediation and arbitration of labor disputes, and the holding of elections thereon; to regulate the conduct of parties to labor disputes and to require the parties to follow certain procedures; to regulate and limit the right to strike and picket; to protect the rights and privileges of employees, including the right to organize and engage in lawful concerted activities; to protect the rights and privileges of employers; to make certain acts unlawful; to make appropriations; and to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for violations of this act,"by amending section 23 (MCL 423.23) and by adding section 18.
AI Summary
This bill amends Michigan labor law to prevent employers from relocating, ceasing, or subcontracting their operations within one year after their employees elect a bargaining representative, which would now be considered an unfair labor practice. The bill modifies existing labor dispute legislation by adding a new section that restricts employers from making significant operational changes shortly after workers choose to be represented by a union. Specifically, the law aims to protect workers' rights by preventing employers from potentially retaliating against or undermining employees' collective bargaining efforts through rapid operational changes. The bill also makes technical updates to the existing labor relations law, including clarifying language about commission rulings, review processes, and procedural details. These changes are designed to strengthen worker protections and ensure that employers cannot easily circumvent the collective bargaining process by quickly restructuring or moving their operations after employees organize.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (35)
Samantha Steckloff (D)*,
Joey Andrews (D),
Kelly Breen (D),
Julie Brixie (D),
Erin Byrnes (D),
Brenda Carter (D),
Tyrone Carter (D),
Jennifer Conlin (D),
Emily Dievendorf (D),
Morgan Foreman (D),
Carol Glanville (D),
Kara Hope (D),
Matt Longjohn (D),
Sharon MacDonell (D),
Jaz Martus (D),
Mike McFall (D),
Donavan McKinney (D),
Denise Mentzer (D),
Tonya Myers Phillips (D),
Cynthia Neeley (D),
Veronica Paiz (D),
Laurie Pohutsky (D),
Natalie Price (D),
Carrie Rheingans (D),
Julie Rogers (D),
Phil Skaggs (D),
Will Snyder (D),
Joseph Tate (D),
Penelope Tsernoglou (D),
Dylan Wegela (D),
Regina Weiss (D),
Jimmie Wilson (D),
Stephen Wooden (D),
Mai Xiong (D),
Stephanie Young (D),
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/06/2025 (on 05/07/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4452 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billintroduced/House/htm/2025-HIB-4452.htm |
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