Striking and Locked Out Workers Healthcare Protection Act

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Overview

This bill, the Striking and Locked Out Workers Healthcare Protection Act, amends the National Labor Relations Act to prevent employers from terminating an employee’s health insurance coverage during a company lock-out or a lawful strike. It specifically strengthens protections for workers by adding provisions to the law that prohibit such actions and establishes civil penalties for employers who violate these protections. The bill also clarifies the definition of ‘group health plan’ and introduces penalties for directors and officers involved in unfair labor practices related to healthcare coverage.

Key provisions

Prohibits employers from terminating health insurance coverage during lock-outs or lawful strikes.
Amends Section 8(a) of the National Labor Relations Act to specifically address termination of coverage during these events.
Defines ‘group health plan’ using the definition from the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.
Establishes civil penalties for employers who engage in unfair labor practices related to healthcare coverage during lock-outs, up to $150,000.
Establishes civil penalties for employers who engage in unfair labor practices related to healthcare coverage during lawful strikes, up to $100,000.
Allows for penalties against directors and officers who directed or knowingly failed to prevent violations.
Requires the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to consider factors like the gravity of the actions, employer size, and prior violations when determining penalties.