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Archived Webcast (On Demand Course): Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA)
Major Expansion of Unionization Proposed in New Legislation Affecting All Employers

With a new President Elect comes the promise of expanded and far-reaching unionization through the proposed - Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA). Congress is poised to take up the legislation early in the new congressional session.

If passed, the EFCA would foster the most radical expansion of unionization since the 1930s. The EFCA eliminates secret ballot union elections in favor of a process that would make it much easier for unions to gain representation rights over your workforce. In addition, the law would reduce employer bargaining power in negotiating first contracts by allowing third party arbitrators to impose a contract on both employers and employees. Many of these arbitrators have no vested interest in an employer's success. Furthermore, employers that are currently unionized face the prospect of expanded unionization in their facilities. Organized labor considers the EFCA its top legislative priority. It has passed the House, and awaits a Senate vote. President-elect Obama stated he would sign the bill if came to his desk.

It is important to prepare your company now in the event that this bill becomes law.

Employers must undertake proactive employee communication, company educational efforts, and internal organizational development programs to keep their employees engaged in the vision of their employers and the business of their companies. Washington Employers is committed to providing you with the assistance you need as an employer to navigate through this new era of labor relations.

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CPE Credits: 0

Course Number: 660
Cost: $75.00 per participant

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