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This bill matters to voters because access to affordable healthcare is a critical concern for many American families. When workers go on strike or are locked out by their employer, losing health insurance can be devastating, adding immense financial pressure during an already difficult time. This can force workers to accept less favorable contract terms just to regain healthcare coverage, potentially undermining their ability to bargain for better wages and working conditions.
If this bill becomes law, it would provide a crucial safety net, ensuring that workers and their families can maintain their health coverage, even during labor disputes. This could strengthen the position of workers in collective bargaining and protect their health and financial well-being. If it doesn't pass, employers will continue to have the ability to cut off health insurance during strikes and lockouts, leaving workers vulnerable to significant medical costs and potentially influencing the outcome of labor negotiations.
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This bill matters to voters because access to affordable healthcare is a critical concern for many American families. When workers go on strike or are locked out by their employer, losing health insurance can be devastating, adding immense financial pressure during an already difficult time. This can force workers to accept less favorable contract terms just to regain healthcare coverage, potentially undermining their ability to bargain for better wages and working conditions.
If this bill becomes law, it would provide a crucial safety net, ensuring that workers and their families can maintain their health coverage, even during labor disputes. This could strengthen the position of workers in collective bargaining and protect their health and financial well-being. If it doesn't pass, employers will continue to have the ability to cut off health insurance during strikes and lockouts, leaving workers vulnerable to significant medical costs and potentially influencing the outcome of labor negotiations.
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| TYPE | AMOUNT | WHO |
|---|---|---|
| civil | Not to exceed $75,000 for each violation (up to $150,000 for severe/repeat offenses) | Any employer who commits an unfair labor practice within the meaning of section 8(a)(6) (lock-out related); potentially directors or officers |
| civil | Not to exceed $50,000 for each violation (up to $100,000 for severe/repeat offenses) | Any employer who commits an unfair labor practice within the meaning of section 8(a)(7) (strike related); potentially directors or officers |