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LD 187

An Act To Prohibit Labor Organizations From Imposing Mandatory Service Fees On Nonmembers

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Alicia Collins and 6 co-sponsors

LD 187 - An Act To Prohibit Labor Organizations From Imposing Mandatory Service Fees On Nonmembers OverviewBill Number: LD 187 Title: An Act To Prohibit Labor Organizations From I

Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 187

LD 187 - An Act To Prohibit Labor Organizations From Imposing Mandatory Service Fees On Nonmembers

Overview

Bill Number: LD 187
Title: An Act To Prohibit Labor Organizations From Imposing Mandatory Service Fees On Nonmembers
Status: Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
Introduced: January 14, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary intent of LD 187 is to prohibit labor unions and other labor organizations from requiring non-member employees to pay mandatory service fees or "agency fees" as a condition of employment. The bill's supporters argue that such mandatory fees violate the free speech and association rights of workers who choose not to join a union.

Key Provisions

  • Prohibits labor organizations from requiring non-member employees to pay any fees or dues as a condition of employment
  • Allows non-members to opt-out of paying any fees or costs related to the labor organization's activities
  • Specifies that labor organizations cannot discriminate or take adverse action against employees who decline to join the union or pay fees
  • Provides a private right of action for employees to sue labor organizations that violate the prohibition on mandatory fees

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Private sector employees in unionized workplaces would be the primary parties affected, as they could no longer be required to pay agency fees to the union
  • Labor unions would lose a significant source of funding, potentially reducing their resources and bargaining power
  • Employers in unionized settings may see changes in labor-management dynamics and union membership levels

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

LD 187 was introduced in the state legislature on January 14, 2025, but was ultimately placed in the legislative files, indicating that it did not advance further in the legislative process and is considered "dead" for the current session. No additional action is expected on this specific bill.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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