Workplace Rights Modernization Act of 2009
Rationale
Mandatory union membership restricts worker choice and harms labor market flexibility. Full bargaining/strike rights empower workers while promoting fairer negotiations.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trade Union Rights |
Mandatory union membership for all workers (closed shop)
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Full collective bargaining and strike rights
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Trade Union RightsProposer
Party
Solidarity
Solidarity forges a future where duty defines strength and justice secures prosperity for all.
Core pillars
Alistair MacDonald
Activist · Age 68
A seasoned strategist with a fiery passion, Alistair MacDonald combines sharp analysis with charismatic leadership, using media savvy to rally support for radical change.
Timeline
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Draft1 October 2009
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Vote Open26 October 2009
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Vote Closed25 December 2009
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Became Law25 December 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senate
PassedFor: 11 / 100 seats (11.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 89
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Reform | 11 | Yes | No reason given |
| Solidarity Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Young Columbians | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 26 | Not voted |
House of Representatives
PassedFor: 37 / 435 seats (8.5%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 398
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Reform | 37 | Yes | No reason given |
| Solidarity Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Young Columbians | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 103 | Not voted |
Presidency
PassedFor: 0 / 1 seats (0.0%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 1