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Mandating Direct Secret Ballot Elections for Union Officers.

This bill requires union members to directly elect certain union officers using a secret ballot. It removes the current option allowing these leaders to be chosen indirectly by delegates or representative officers. This change aims to increase transparency and direct democratic control for union members over their leadership.
Key points
Union officers must be elected directly by members via secret ballot.
The option for indirect election through conventions of delegates or representative officers is eliminated.
The new rules take effect 18 months after the law is passed.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6136
Sponsor: Rep. Fine, Randy [R-FL-6]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PURE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6136.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Union officers must be elected directly by members via secret ballot.
  • The option for indirect election through conventions of delegates or representative officers is eliminated.
  • The new rules take effect 18 months after the law is passed.
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. Fine, Randy [R-FL-6].

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 2025-12-23.

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Labor