This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding the right to work in Arizona. It would repeal section 23-1302 entirely, which currently protects the exercise of free choice regarding nonmembership in labor organizations. Additionally, the article heading of title 23, chapter 8, article 1 would be changed from "RIGHT TO WORK" to "GENERAL PROVISIONS." The bill also modifies the language surrounding liability for violations of the article, clarifying that individuals may be sued for such acts or provisions without the previous stipulations regarding labor organization agreements.

Furthermore, the bill makes adjustments to the employment relationship provisions, ensuring that the rights of public employees and those defined by collective bargaining agreements remain unaffected. It also restructures the list of rights protected under the statutes, renumbering them and removing references to the now-repealed section 23-1302. Importantly, the act will only take effect if the Constitution of Arizona is amended by a public vote at the next general election, as specified in the bill.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 23-1302, 23-1306, 23-1501