Fla. proposal would buck federal pro-union law
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) - Republican lawmakers have filed a proposed state constitutional amendment to counteract a potential pro-union federal law.
Congress is considering legislation that would allow workers to unionize by signing a card or petition instead of holding formal elections.
The proposed state constitutional amendment (HJR 1013) would require secret ballot elections - favored by businesses - in Florida.
Sponsors include House Majority Leader Adam Hasner. The Delray Beach Republican said elections would prevent harassment and intimidation.