The bill amends sections 9.81, 4117.09, and 4117.11 of the Revised Code and enacts new sections 4119.01, 4119.02, 4119.07, 4119.08, and 4119.99. The primary purpose of the bill is to prohibit any requirement for employees to join or pay dues to an employee organization as a condition of employment. Specifically, it removes provisions that allowed for the deduction of fair share fees from non-member employees and ensures that no employer can mandate membership or payment to an employee organization. The bill also establishes that any agreements violating this prohibition are void.

Additionally, the bill introduces new sections that define key terms such as "employer" and "employee organization," and outlines the legal recourse available to individuals who may be harmed by violations of these provisions. Individuals can bring actions in court for violations, seek injunctive relief, and recover costs, including attorney's fees. Violations of the new regulations can result in misdemeanor charges against employers or employee organizations. Existing sections that previously allowed for mandatory dues and fair share fees are repealed, reinforcing the bill's intent to protect employee choice regarding union membership and financial contributions.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 9.81, 4117.09, 4117.11