Workers for Opportunity Applauds Utah House for Passing Milestone Worker Freedom Legislation
SALT LAKE CITY, UT – On Monday, Jan. 27, the Utah House of Representatives passed landmark legislation by a 42-32 vote margin. A pro-democracy and pro-worker measure, HB 267 enhances individual worker choice, fosters transparency and accountability, and ensures the protection of Utah workers’ rights.
Workers for Opportunity recognizes bill sponsor, Rep. Jordan Teuscher, for championing the protection of worker freedom in Utah and House Speaker Mike Schultz and the entire House leadership team for making the passage of this bill a top priority.
HB 267 proposes worker-friendly amendments to public sector labor laws that will enhance worker freedom and give public employees the right to make informed decisions about union membership and dues payments. This legislation empowers employees to retain greater control over their earnings and workplace representation, while also mandating clear communication about their rights. HB 267 strengthens individual worker’s rights and holds unions more accountable to the people they serve.
“The Mackinac Center for Public Policy’s national Workers for Opportunity initiative applauds the Utah House for its commitment to fostering a fair and transparent workplace for its public employees,” said Tony Daunt, Senior Director of Workers for Opportunity. “All employees deserve the right to make their own choices about union participation without fear of reprisal or misinformation. This bill represents a common-sense approach to empowering workers and ensuring transparency in Utah’s public sector.”With the passage of HB 267 in the House, the bill now moves to the Utah Senate for consideration. Workers for Opportunity encourages swift action by the Senate to ensure this critical legislation becomes law, solidifying Utah’s leadership in advocating for worker freedom.
To interview Workers for Opportunity about this issue and broader labor policy, please email siena@rotundapublicaffairs.com.
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Workers For Opportunity is a project of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. WFO’s goal is to advance the liberty of employees across the country and protect their First Amendment rights by ensuring they have a full and informed choice in union membership.
