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MO HJR35
Joint Resolution
Status
1/29/2015
Primary Sponsor
Nick Marshall
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to be placed on the November 2016 ballot establishing Missouri as a "right to work" state
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Prohibits requiring union membership or resignation from a union as a condition of employment
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Bans compulsory payment of union dues unless the employee provides voluntary written consent annually
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Requires annual written consent for automatic payroll deductions used for political contributions by unions or employers
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Creates a private right of action allowing injured parties to seek injunctions, actual damages, attorneys' fees, and punitive damages for violations
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Repeals existing Section 29 of Article I, which currently guarantees employees the right to organize and bargain collectively
Legislative Description
Proposes a constitutional amendment specifying that the right of an individual to work cannot be denied or abridged on account of his or her membership or lack of it in any labor organization or labor union
Last Action
Referred: Workforce Standards and Development(H)
5/15/2015