Posts tagged unionizing
Layoffs and Rightsizing for Unionized or Unionizing Workforces
October 27, 2025 // As economic shifts and advancements in artificial intelligence reshape workforce needs, executive teams and boards are reevaluating their strategies. Unionized workforces – or those in the process of unionizing – present unique challenges, particularly in light of National Labor Relations Board developments. Careful planning is essential to navigating these uncharted waters.
Senator Tim Scott Reintroduces the Employee Rights Act to Empower American Workers
October 8, 2025 // “The Employee Rights Act is the most comprehensive labor legislation of this Congress, from protecting the secret ballot and unionization elections, to safeguarding workers from harassment and protecting their privacy, to putting workers in control of their own destiny. It truly puts the American worker first. We applaud Senator Scott for his steadfast leadership and support of worker freedom,” said F. Vincent Vernuccio, President of the Institute for the American Worker. This legislation was cosponsored by Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Mike Crapo (R-ID), John Hoeven (R-ND), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Jim Risch (R-ID), and Tommy Tuberville (R-AL).
Milford MA cancer nurses seek election to unionize. Why that can’t happen right now
October 5, 2025 // Registered nurses at the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at Milford Regional Medical Center are seeking to unionize. The effort has been delayed because the National Labor Relations Board is closed due to a government shutdown.
Nurses At Long Island Jewish Medical Center To Vote On Unionizing
September 27, 2025 // The National Labor Relations Board will set the in-person vote for the nurses at the New Hyde Park hospital.
VW’s 20% Raise And Bonus Offer Could Make or Break US Union Deal
September 23, 2025 // That’s clear today as Volkswagen recently took the unusual step of publicly addressing their “final contract offer to the UAW.” In a brief statement, the company said negotiations have been going on for nearly a year and their latest offer will be their last.
COLUMBUS: Several suburban libraries began unionizing after COVID. Are they better off 4 years later?
September 17, 2025 // According to the State Employment Relations Board’s 2025 Annual Report, there have been 203 unfair labor practice charges filed statewide. "Out of those 203 charges, the board found probable cause in eight matters," said Mona Reed, the board's executive director.
Baltimore City Community College staff demand ‘fair’ and timely wages
September 12, 2025 // After rallying for about 25 minutes, faculty and supporters walked to the administration building to deliver a list of demands to College President Debra McCurdy. They were greeted instead by Michael Thomas, the vice president of workforce development and continuing education, who took the list from Ryan Castle, AFT Maryland higher ed organizer, before everyone left the lobby. The list of requests includes: Timely and accurate pay for all faculty, including overload and adjunct work; Transparent communication and accountability from BCCC administration; Hiring and staffing solutions to fill vacant courses and reduce student impact; and Support for all faculty and respect for collective bargaining rights.
Greg Sankey addresses potential of unionizing among student-athletes after House settlement passing
June 17, 2025 // Evidently, Sankey wouldn’t understand why student-athletes would want to unionize, especially with the perks they’re receiving following this settlement. Time will tell if the SEC Commissioner is right or if student-athletes try to flip the script. One thing is for sure: this is a new era of college sports.
MVH nurses speak out against unionizing efforts
June 4, 2025 // But some at Miami Valley Hospital say they are happy with the current management. Three clinical nurses from MVH reached out to 2 NEWS, saying they believe a union would cause them to lose more than they would gain. They say their fellow nurses should consider the consequences of this decision on the entire staff if union terms were negotiated.
TCGPlayer Announces Plans to Relocate Authentication Operations from Syracuse to Kentucky
May 30, 2025 // According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, in 2024 New York State had 1.7M union members, representing 20.6% of the state’s 8M+ employees. Kentucky only has 156,000 union members out of 1.7M employees, representing just under 9% of their labor force. The minimum wage in New York is $16.50 per hour and will go up to $17 an hour in 2026. In 2027 it will continue to grow in accordance with the Consumer Price Index. The minimum wage in Kentucky is $7.25 per hour, the same as the Federal minimum wage, and has not changed since 2009.