OH HB377

Prohibits private employers from requiring employees to join or remain members of employee organizations, or from requiring employees to pay dues, fees, assessments, or charges to employee organizations.

Allows employees to voluntarily authorize wage deductions for union dues in writing, with the ability to revoke the authorization at any time with 30 days' notice.

Requires private employers to post and distribute a notice informing employees of their right to choose whether to join an employee organization without penalty.

Permits injured persons to bring civil actions for violations, including injunctive relief and actual damages, though courts cannot prohibit lawful labor activities such as strikes, peaceful assembly, or publicizing labor disputes.

Establishes misdemeanor penalties for employers or employee organizations violating the prohibition, punishable by up to 90 days imprisonment, a fine up to $1,000, or both; applies to collective bargaining agreements entered into on or after the effective date.