SR 105-18: Labor Rights Amendment (Failed)

[WD]

This amendment is meant to enshrine in our constitution that every worker has the right to collectively bargain. Fundamentally, this amendment is about protecting the workers of Atlasia and ensuring that all have a voice on the job.

[WD]

I personally do not see increased or “excess” unionization as a vice. Workers who are unionized have substantially higher wages than those who are non-unionized. In addition, union workers have far more generous health benefits and pension plans. High levels of unionization also tend to result in higher wages for nonunion workers; and there is a strong correlation between reduced levels of union membership and income inequality. The fact is, when unions are empowered, so is the Atlasian worker. I urge the Senate to support this amendment without hesitation.

[WD]

Do Atlasians already pay union dues? And if not, would this amendment by implying that citizens have to join a union? I am personally in favor, but officially neutral on unions because I leave it up to the regions. I am curious.

No one would be forced to join a union under this amendment.

[WD]

Motioning for a final vote

[WD]

Motioning for a final vote

Renewing this request

[WD]

Aye