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Introduced
01/29/2017
01/29/2017
In Committee
01/29/2017
01/29/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/18/2017
03/18/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO EMPLOYMENT; ENACTING THE EMPLOYEE PREFERENCE ACT; EXCLUDING PUBLIC EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES; PROHIBITING MEMBERSHIP IN A LABOR ORGANIZATION AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT; PROHIBITING THE DEDUCTION OF DUES OR FEES TO A LABOR ORGANIZATION FROM THE COMPENSATION OF EMPLOYEES WITHOUT WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION; PROVIDING FOR INVESTIGATION AND ENFORCEMENT; PROVIDING A PENALTY.
AI Summary
This bill, the Employee Preference Act, establishes public policy in New Mexico that employees have the right to form, join, or assist labor organizations, or to refrain from such activities, without fear of penalty or reprisal. It prohibits employers from requiring employees to become or remain members of a labor organization or pay dues, fees, or other charges as a condition of employment. The bill also prohibits employers from deducting labor organization dues or fees from employee compensation without written authorization, and it requires the Attorney General and district attorneys to investigate and enforce violations of the Act, with penalties of up to $1,000 in fines or 90 days in jail for violations.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
[LD 13] Referred to Senate Public Affairs (on 01/29/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=482&year=17 |
| BillText | http://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/17%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0482.pdf |
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