Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE–Friday, September 27 , 2019 “Janus Fix” to become law Senate overrides Governor’s veto B OSTON – The Massachusetts Senate voted on Thursday, September 19 to override Governor Charlie Baker’s veto of An Act relative to collective bargaining dues. The House and Senate enacted the bill earlier this summer, but Governor Baker vetoed the bill citing privacy concerns. The Senate reaffi rmed its commitment to protecting public unions’ ability to eff ectively represent all workers in labor agreements in their 39-1 vote to pass this bill. Having also passed the House this week, this vote ensures it will now become law. “I am proud to see the Legislature’s unwavering commitment to protecting the constitutional right to organize and collectively bargain eff ectively as a basic tenant of our democracy,” said Senator Joseph Boncore (D-Winthrop), who was the lead sponsor of the bill this session. “The Commonwealth has an absolute interest in supporting working men and women in navigating the new landscape of collective bargaining. This bill represents the collaborative eff orts between the largest public sector unions to put working families fi rst.” In its 5-4 ruling in 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court weakened the ability of public sector unions to advocate for workers – both members and nonmembers – in contractual and collective bargaining activities. The decision significantly limited a union’s authority to charge fees to nonmembers, potentially cutting off critical resources used in the eff ort to fairly represent all workers at the negotiating table. An Act relative to collective bargaining dues enables public sector unions to charge fees to nonmembers for costs related to representation. The decision to charge workers who choose not to pay union dues would be optional and left to the organization’s discretion. The legislation also ensures the union has access to worker contact information, and it codifi es a union’s ability to meet with newly hired employees on worksites. Following the General Court’s override of the Governor’s veto, the bill became law on September 19. Eminating from Restaurant Hours Monday – Wednesday 11:00 A.M. – 9:30 P.M. The Clubhouse in Chelsea... A Tradition Continues Just as we prepare a great steak, we strive to provide a dining experience just the way you like it. Function Room up to 75 Guests 817 Broadway (Route 1 South), Saugus (781) 558-2271 Thursday – Saturday 11:00 A.M. – 10:30 P.M. Sunday 12:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M. Lounge open until 1 a.m. Our Menu features Classics, Premium Barbecue, Seafood, Lunch Specials, House Specials, Healthy Options, and Beverages for all occasions.
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