S 1327
An Act protecting labor and abolishing barriers to organizing rights
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen workers' rights to organize and collectively bargain by removing obstacles to unionization. It seeks to protect labor relations and ensure that workers have greater access to the tools and protections needed to form or join unions. The legislation intends to create a more equitable environment for labor organizing in Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Strengthens protections for workers engaging in union organizing activities.
- Prohibits employers from interfering with union elections.
- Requires employers to provide workers with information about their rights to organize.
- Addresses potential barriers to collective bargaining.
- Enhances penalties for employers who violate labor laws.
- Protects workers from retaliation for union activities.
Who is affected
- Labor unions
- Employees in Massachusetts
- Employers in Massachusetts
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Primary sponsor
Paul R. Feeney
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Jason M. Lewis
Joanne M. Comerford
John F. Keenan
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Bill S.1327 194th (Current)
An Act protecting labor and abolishing barriers to organizing rights
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1327) of Paul R. Feeney, Jason M. Lewis, Michael D. Brady, Patricia D. Jehlen and other members of the Senate for legislation to protect labor relations and abolish barriers to organizing rights. Labor and Workforce Development.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Paul R. Feeney Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1327
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Labor and Workforce Development |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 7/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 |
| 8/7/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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