Bill · H.R. 6142· House(119-HR-6142)
Ask the Union Members Act
- Introduced
- 11/19/2025
- Last activity
- 11/19/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Mark Harris
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Ask the Union Members Act," changes how labor organizations handle contract ratifications and strike authorizations. It requires that any new collective bargaining agreement be approved by a majority vote of members in good standing through a secret ballot referendum. Additionally, it mandates that unions can only authorize a strike if a majority of members in good standing vote for it via a secret ballot. Members must receive the agreement at least 72 hours before the vote occurs. These changes are set to take effect 18 months after the Act is enacted.
Yes
Would union members be better off under this?+5
The bill increases individual member agency and transparency within labor organizations.
Does this strengthen the rights of workers to organise?+5
The bill enhances union democracy by requiring secret ballot votes for contract ratifications and strike authorizations.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Member Participation in Decision Making: Under Section 2(a), a collective bargaining agreement cannot be executed unless it is approved by a majority vote of members in good standing through a secret ballot. This ensures that the individual members have a direct say in the contracts that affect them.
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Transparency and Preparation: Section 2(a) requires that the agreement be provided to each member of the labor organization not later than 72 hours prior to the referendum. This gives members time to review the terms before voting.
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Secure Voting Process: By requiring a secret ballot for both contract ratification (Section 2(a)) and strike authorization (Section 2(b)), the bill ensures that members can vote their conscience without pressure.
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Majority Rule for Strikes: Section 2(b) stipulates that a strike can only be authorized if it is approved by a majority vote of the members in good standing through a secret ballot. This prevents strikes from being called without direct support from the majority of the membership.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are detailed within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Union Workers+5
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Union Protections+5
- 11/19/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Randy FineRepublican · Florida
Robert OnderRepublican · Missouri