HR 8775
Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act, aims to prevent individuals convicted of sex offenses against minors from holding leadership positions within labor unions. It modifies the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 to specifically prohibit such individuals from serving in certain union roles. The changes are designed to protect children and ensure the safety of union members.
Key provisions
- Prohibits individuals convicted of sex offenses against minors from holding union leadership positions.
- Adds ‘a sex offense against a minor’ to the list of offenses considered ‘grievous bodily injury’ under the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act.
- Clarifies language within the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act regarding prohibited offenses.
Who is affected
- Labor unions
- Union members
- Individuals convicted of sex offenses against minors
- Union leadership
Notable changes
- Expands the definition of ‘grievous bodily injury’ to include sex offenses against minors, impacting union eligibility requirements.
- Creates a specific prohibition based on criminal history related to child sexual offenses.
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. R. 8775
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To amend the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 to provide that individuals who have been convicted of sex offenses against minors may not serve in certain positions.
This Act may be cited as the Ending Predator Access to Union Power Act
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The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act.