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Employee-Management Teamwork: New Rules for Workplace Organizations

This act allows employers and employees to create new organizations for better workplace cooperation. These groups can discuss working conditions, pay, and other important issues, but they do not replace labor unions. The goal is to foster dialogue and problem-solving in the workplace.
Key points
Companies can form new employee involvement organizations to discuss working conditions, pay, and other important matters.
These organizations are not labor unions and cannot negotiate collective bargaining agreements, but they can influence management decisions.
In large companies, employee representatives from these groups may sit on the board of directors or board committees, but without voting rights.
The act protects the rights of labor unions and employees, ensuring that new organizations do not weaken their position.
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Print number: 117_HR_6579
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2022-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Teamwork for Employees and Managers Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6579.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Companies can form new employee involvement organizations to discuss working conditions, pay, and other important matters.
  • These organizations are not labor unions and cannot negotiate collective bargaining agreements, but they can influence management decisions.
  • In large companies, employee representatives from these groups may sit on the board of directors or board committees, but without voting rights.
  • The act protects the rights of labor unions and employees, ensuring that new organizations do not weaken their position.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Labor