Endorse federal Employee Free Choice Act legislation
In Plain English
The Employee Free Choice Act is federal legislation that would make it easier for workers to form unions. The act allows workers to organize by signing cards instead of holding secret ballot elections. If approved, Richmond formally supports this congressional proposal but takes no local action.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 15-09
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond's city council unanimously endorsed the Employee Free Choice Act, federal legislation that would allow workers to form unions by signing cards rather than holding secret ballot elections. This resolution expresses the city's formal support for the congressional proposal but doesn't change any local policies or require any city spending. The endorsement is purely symbolic and has no direct impact on Richmond employees or businesses. All seven council members voted in favor of the resolution.
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