This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to allow public and private sector union members to allocate their union dues or membership fees to the local, state, or national organization of their choice. Specifically, it modifies section 179A.06, subdivision 6, to include provisions that require exclusive representatives to inform public employees of their option to allocate dues, and mandates that any dues deduction authorization must clearly present this choice. Additionally, it ensures that public employers must comply with these requests for payroll deductions and remittances to the chosen organization.

In the private sector, the bill amends section 181.06, subdivision 2, to similarly allow private employees to allocate their union dues or membership fees to an organization of their choice. It stipulates that exclusive representatives must notify union members of this option, and in the absence of an exclusive representative, private union members retain the right to request payroll deductions for their chosen organization. Overall, the bill enhances the autonomy of union members regarding the allocation of their dues, ensuring they have the freedom to support organizations that align with their preferences.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 179A.06, 181.06