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FL S2706

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/30/2010

Primary Sponsor

Thad Altman

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes an amendment to Section 6 of Article I of the Florida State Constitution requiring a direct and secret vote for any designation or authorization of employee representation by a labor organization.

  • Adds language to the existing right-to-work provision to guarantee individuals are free from intimidation or coercion in choosing labor organization representation.

  • Maintains current constitutional protections regarding union membership, collective bargaining rights, and the prohibition on public employee strikes.

  • Requires voter approval through the next general election or an earlier special election specifically authorized by law.

  • Places ballot language before voters describing the amendment as requiring secret voting to protect individuals' rights when designating labor organization representation.

Legislative Description

Right to Work [GPSC]

Last Action

Died in Committee on Ethics and Elections

4/30/2010

Committee Referrals

Ethics and Elections3/9/2010

Full Bill Text

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