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Increased Union Financial Transparency, Accountability, and Whistleblower Protection.

This law mandates stricter financial reporting for labor unions, requiring them to use specific, detailed forms to disclose their finances and related trusts. It introduces significant daily civil fines (up to $250 per day) if unions fail to provide these financial records to their members upon request. Crucially, it establishes new protections for union employees who report legal violations, safeguarding them against retaliation.
Key points
Unions must file detailed financial reports (Forms LM-2 and T-1), increasing transparency regarding how funds are spent.
Union members gain stronger rights to access financial records; refusal can result in fines up to $250 per day for the union.
New protections are established for union employees (whistleblowers) who report misconduct, preventing discrimination or termination.
The Secretary of Labor gains authority to impose civil fines (up to $45,000 total) for late or incomplete financial filings.
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Print number: 118_HR_8367
Sponsor: Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45]
Process start date: 2024-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Union Transparency and Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8367.

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 2024-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unions must file detailed financial reports (Forms LM-2 and T-1), increasing transparency regarding how funds are spent.
  • Union members gain stronger rights to access financial records; refusal can result in fines up to $250 per day for the union.
  • New protections are established for union employees (whistleblowers) who report misconduct, preventing discrimination or termination.
  • The Secretary of Labor gains authority to impose civil fines (up to $45,000 total) for late or incomplete financial filings.
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. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Labor Courts and Law