Members have the right to participate in union activities, including meetings, voting, and the nomination and election of union officers.
Members have the right to freely express their opinions and dissent within the union without fear of retaliation or discrimination and have a voice in setting rates of dues, fees, and assessments.
Members have the right to fair and democratic union officer elections, including the rights to a secret ballot, nominate candidates, run for office, and protest any election.
Members have the right to access detailed financial reports and records, allowing them to evaluate the union's financial status, including income sources and expenses.
Members have the right to equal treatment and fair representation by their union, free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
Members have the right to due process in disciplinary proceedings, including notice of charges, a fair hearing, and the opportunity to present evidence and witnesses.
These summaries are derived from the full texts of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA), found in 29 U.S.C. Sections 401 to 531, and the Civil Service Reform Act (CSRA) Standards of Conduct, located in 29 C.F.R. Sections 457.1 to 459.5.
To stay in compliance with Article 31 of the JCBA, we recommend completing the required form around 60 days of employment.
We would like to extend a invitation to all employees, regardless of probation status, to join our union meetings. Your presence and participation are invaluable.