Florida Lawmakers pass paycheck protection for public union members

 

• The Florida Legislature approved a paycheck protection plan that places new restrictions on public-employee unions, with the Governor  expected to sign the bill.
• The bill prohibits automatic dues deductions, requires recertification for unions representing less than 60 percent of eligible employees, and mandates audited financial statements from unions.
• Critics call the bill a “union-busting” measure, with opponents expected to challenge the legislation in court.

Capitol News is a fairly conservative site but the details are stark. As a former officer of our union we had to get the majority to vote to have a union. However, we have not had 60% membership.

This will put a huge burden on union officers who are unpaid.  

This is for teachers and librarians at public schools and universities.

Lawsuits to come.