Regulation of Collective
Bargaining
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Gradual elimination of closed shop
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Must get members to vote to
reauthorize the “check off” every three
years
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Employees have right to negotiate
individual contract if they prefer
Gradual elimination of closed shop
First allowed exemption for religious reasons or if your employment predated the closed shop
Eventually removed ability of union to take any action to enforce closed shop
Also allowed anyone denied job because of union membership or non-membership to seek a legal remedy