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Increased Employee Role in Union Representative Elections

New rules change how employee representatives are chosen, requiring secret ballots. For an election to be valid, at least two-thirds of eligible employees must vote, and the chosen representative needs a majority of votes. This aims to increase employee participation and influence in decisions about their representation.
Key points
Elections for employee representatives will now require a secret ballot.
At least two-thirds of eligible employees must participate for an election to be valid.
The chosen representative must receive a majority of votes from all who cast a ballot.
These changes will apply to elections occurring six months after the law is enacted.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2572
Sponsor: Rep. Onder, Robert [R-MO-3]
Process start date: 2025-04-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Worker Enfranchisement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2572.

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 2025-04-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Elections for employee representatives will now require a secret ballot.
  • At least two-thirds of eligible employees must participate for an election to be valid.
  • The chosen representative must receive a majority of votes from all who cast a ballot.
  • These changes will apply to elections occurring six months after the law is enacted.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Onder, Robert [R-MO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

CATEGORIES

Labor