Democrats in Michigan are proposing to repeal the state’s right-to-work law, which allows employees to opt out of union membership and payment of union dues. Supporters of the law argue that it promotes workplace freedom and competitiveness, while opponents say it weakens unions and lowers wages.
Democratic lawmakers argue that the law has not delivered on its promises and harmed workers, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. They say repealing the law would help workers unionize and negotiate better wages and benefits.
Republicans, who control the state legislature, are expected to oppose the repeal effort. Michigan’s right-to-work law was passed in 2012 under a Republican-controlled legislature and signed into law by then-Governor Rick Snyder. It made Michigan the 24th state to adopt such a law.
Primary Source: Associated Press
Factual Confidence: High (Multiple Sources Reporting)
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