Missouri Senate committee considers union legislation

[proud2BlibKansan]

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. | A push to make Missouri a “right-to-work” state has started before an overflowing Senate committee room.

Senators are considering legislation that would bar workers from being required to pay dues or fees to labor organizations. Local prosecutors and the attorney general’s office would be responsible for investigating alleged violations.

Supporters say the bill would boost economic development and help Missouri attract new businesses. But critics contend the change would not necessarily attract new businesses and could drive down workers’ wages and living standard.

The state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations told senators Tuesday that Gov. Jay Nixon’s administration opposes the legislation. Representatives from businesses and unions also testified Tuesday.



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[Bluzmann57]

1. Right to work for less

I live in Iowa and we have that stupid "right to work" law. I call it the right to work for less law.

[derby378]

2. BOOOOOOOOO!!!

I can't believe it, though - even my parents, who owe their 40-hour workweeks to unions, see them as corrupt and self-serving. I hope Missouri deep-sixes this bill.

[Omaha Steve]

3. Over a dozen states are going after worker rights this year

Thanks for posting.

K&R!