MS SB2653

Makes it unlawful for unions or labor unions to engage in mass picketing or mass demonstrations that obstruct or unreasonably interfere with free ingress or egress to businesses or private residences.

Prohibits unions from using equipment or other objects to obstruct access to residences or businesses, or from interfering with free use of driveways, streets, sidewalks, or rights-of-way adjacent to such properties.

Establishes that individuals violating this section are guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $500, jail time not to exceed 6 months, or both.

Allows businesses and property owners to seek injunctive relief without proving irreparable harm when unions engage in mass picketing in the context of a labor dispute.

Takes effect July 1, 2014, and does not conflict with federal labor laws, the National Labor Relations Act, or First Amendment protections.