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Protecting the Right to Organize: New Rules for Workers and Unions

This act amends regulations regarding workers' rights to form unions and engage in collective bargaining. It introduces new definitions for employees and employers, establishes civil penalties for unfair labor practices by employers, and modifies union election procedures. These provisions aim to regulate employee representation and protect against specific retaliatory actions.
Key points
Changes to Election Procedures: The act introduces requirements for electronic voting and shortens timelines for election proceedings.
Penalties for Violations: Employers may be subject to civil penalties of up to $50,000 (or $100,000 for repeat offenses) for unfair labor practices.
Mediation and Arbitration: Mediation and tripartite arbitration procedures are introduced if no agreement is reached during initial collective bargaining.
Employee Definition: The definition of an employee is amended to include an ABC test, limiting the classification of individuals as independent contractors.
Right to Strike: Regulations are amended so that the duration, scope, or frequency of a strike does not render it unprotected.
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Additional Information
Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021
Print number: HR 842
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]
Process start date: 2021-02-04
Voting date: 2021-03-10
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 70