Georgia lawmakers have approved Senate Bill 362, which would impose restrictions on workers at companies benefiting from state economic incentives seeking to unionize. The bill, passed by the state House with a 96-78 vote, prohibits companies from recognizing unions without a formal secret-ballot election if they accept state incentives. This measure, supported by Governor Brian Kemp, is now awaiting the governor's signature.
The bill specifically prevents unions from gaining recognition directly from a company through a card check process, requiring an additional step of a secret ballot after signing up a majority of workers. Critics argue that this legislation may violate the National Labor Relations Act of 1935, which governs union organizing, and anticipate legal challenges.
