Union Rights And Strike Limits Act of 2014
Rationale
This reform aims at balancing workers' protections with economic stability to prevent disruptive strikes and encourage dialogue: binding arbitrations will prevent avoidable strikes and actually allow workers to obtain raises or new rights faster, whilst safeguarding business continuity.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trade Union Rights |
Full collective bargaining and strike rights
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Unions permitted but strikes severely limited (cooling-off periods; binding arbitration)
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Trade Union RightsProposer
Party
Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights
ADFR is a centre-to-centre-left, social-liberal party. We advocate for an open and neutral Internet, strong privacy rights, a digital PA and an eco-social market economy. We focus on white-collar professionals and innovative companies, ensuring technology expands freedom and opportunities for all.
Core pillars
Felix Mayer
Activist · Age 46
A telegenic provocateur who built a following by weaponizing viral media, Felix Mayer champions digital rights with fiery conviction—but his impassioned speeches often leave audiences more inspired than convinced.
Timeline
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Draft8 February 2014
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Vote Open12 September 2014
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Vote Closed11 November 2014
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Became Law11 November 2014
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
PassedFor: 23 / 69 seats (33.3%)
Against: 9 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 37
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights Proposer | 23 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Forward | 9 | No | No reason given |
| People's Democratic Alliance | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 5 | Not voted |
Bundestag
PassedFor: 248 / 650 seats (38.2%)
Against: 132 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 270
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights Proposer | 248 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Forward | 132 | No | No reason given |
| People's Democratic Alliance | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 52 | Not voted |