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Right-to-Work: Free Choice in Union Membership

This act aims to ensure employees have complete freedom in deciding whether to join a labor union. This means no one will be forced to join a union or pay dues as a condition of employment. These changes may impact relationships between employees and unions, as well as employment conditions in certain industries.
Key points
Employees gain the right to freely choose whether or not to join a labor union, without affecting their employment.
Labor unions will not be able to require membership or fees from employees as a condition of work.
The changes apply to employment agreements entered into or renewed on or after the act's effective date.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3464
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2022-01-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Right-to-Work Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3464.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employees gain the right to freely choose whether or not to join a labor union, without affecting their employment.
  • Labor unions will not be able to require membership or fees from employees as a condition of work.
  • The changes apply to employment agreements entered into or renewed on or after the act's effective date.
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 Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 244.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Labor