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Bill weakening union rights moves to Ohio House
- 03-03-2011
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By Sabrina Tavernise/New York Times
A bill narrowly approved by the Ohio Senate that would weaken public employee unions is expected to be passed by the House next week. The Republican-sponsored legislation would curtail collective bargaining rights for public sector workers by banning strikes and putting the power of breaking labor impasses in the hands of local elected officials. Amid boos and shouts of “shame on you,” the Republican-controlled Ohio Senate voted 17 to 16 on Wednesday for the bill, with six Republicans voting against it. After the measure is approved by the House, where Republicans hold a majority, it is expected to be signed into law by Gov. John Kasich. (more...)
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