SB41 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment declaring that the right to work may not be denied or abridged based on labor union membership or nonmembership.

• Prohibits agreements between employers and labor organizations that require union membership as a condition of employment or deny employment to non-members.

• Prohibits employers from requiring employees to become or remain union members, abstain from union membership, or pay dues and fees to any labor union or organization as a condition of employment.

• Provides a private cause of action allowing individuals to recover damages from employers and associated parties for denial or deprivation of employment in violation of the amendment.

• The amendment does not apply to lawful contracts in force prior to ratification but applies to all contracts entered into after ratification and any renewals or extensions of existing contracts.