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politics1 month ago•5 min saved

UK drops mandatory digital work ID plan amid policy U-turns

Britain has scrapped a plan to require a mandatory digital ID to prove workers’ right to work, moving to online checks by 2029 and broadening the rationale to include public-services use rather than just immigration; the reversal follows a wave of policy U-turns and drew criticism from Labour and others who argued the case wasn’t well explained, while ministers insist digital checks will remain mandatory and that a two-system rollout (Gov.uk One Login and Gov.uk Wallet) is forthcoming.

via BBC|

#digital-id #labour-party #policy-u-turns

policy1 month ago•46 min saved

UK digital ID plan shifts to optional by 2029

Britain is rolling back a mandate for its upcoming digital ID scheme, saying digital IDs will be optional when the system rolls out in 2029 and that other documents can prove right-to-work. The government still supports mandatory right-to-work checks, but a public consultation will outline details amid privacy concerns and a large petition.

via The Verge|

#digital-id #policy #privacy

economy1 month ago•2 min saved

Americans Flee High-Tax States for Growth Cities in 2025

The U-Haul Growth Index reveals Americans are moving away from high-tax states like California and New York towards low-tax states such as Texas and Florida, with a strong correlation between lower personal income tax rates and higher migration. The index also highlights that most top-performing states have Right-to-Work laws, while the bottom states do not, emphasizing the impact of tax and labor policies on migration patterns.

via Americans for Tax Reform|

#economy #migration #right-to-work

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Trump's Labor Secretary Pick, Chavez-DeRemer

The article criticizes Donald Trump's nomination of Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Secretary of Labor, arguing it contradicts his administration's pro-worker stance. Chavez-DeRemer, supported by union leader Sean O'Brien, co-sponsored the PRO Act, which opposes right-to-work laws. The author contends this undermines worker freedom and economic prosperity, aligning with corrupt union interests rather than empowering workers. The piece urges Trump to retract the nomination, emphasizing that true pro-worker policies prioritize individual freedom over union coercion.

via The Federalist|

#labor-secretary #lori-chavez-deremer #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Michigan Workers Face Repeal Fallout: Navigating Rights Amid Right-to-Work Changes"

Michigan Democrats successfully repealed the state's decade-old anti-union "right-to-work" law, making it the first state to do so in nearly 60 years. The law, which allowed workers to opt out of union dues while still benefiting from unionization, was overturned, marking a significant victory for the labor movement. Pro-labor groups celebrated the repeal, emphasizing the restoration of the "prevailing wage" practice. The move is seen as a demonstration of what Democrats can achieve in support of popular initiatives like workers' rights, and it comes as part of a broader effort to counteract the impact of "right-to-work" laws on unions and workers.

via Truthout|

#democrats #labor-movement #michigan

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Michigan Repeals 'Right-to-Work' Law, Boosting Unions

Michigan has become the first state in nearly six decades to repeal its "right-to-work" law, which allows workers in unionized workplaces to decline to pay dues even if their wages, benefits, and employment rules are set by a union contract. The repeal marks a rare legislative victory for unions that have seen their influence decrease dramatically in recent decades. Supporters of right-to-work laws argue that they promote freedom of expression and boost the economy, while opponents say they suppress workers by undermining unions and creating a "free rider" program.

via Yahoo News|

#democrats #michigan #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Michigan Repeals 'Right-to-Work' Law, Sparks Debate.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer repealed the state's "right-to-work" law and restored the prevailing wage policy, marking a significant win for organized labor. The Michigan Republican Party faced controversy after publishing a tweet comparing Democrats' gun violence legislation to Nazi Germany's actions during the Holocaust. Party Chair Kristina Karamo also made headlines for her outspoken views and conspiracy theories. Meanwhile, anger over power outages in Michigan continues, with regulators finalizing a rule to increase credits for customers who endured days without electricity.

via MLive.com|

#covid-19-response #kristina-karamo #michigan

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Michigan Repeals 'Right-to-Work' Law in Victory for Unions.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed legislation to repeal the state's "right-to-work" law, making it the first state in decades to do so. The law allowed employees at unionized workplaces to opt out of joining a union and paying dues. Critics argued that it weakened unions and harmed employees' pay, benefits, and working conditions. The repeal is a significant victory for labor unions in the state, which has seen record low union membership nationwide. The state also passed a prevailing wage law requiring contractors working on state projects to pay union-level wages.

via The Hill|

#gretchen-whitmer #labor-unions #michigan

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Michigan Governor Repeals 'Right-to-Work' Law in Victory for Labor Unions.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a package of bills repealing the state's "right to work" law that allowed workers to opt out of unions, making her the first governor since the 1960s to roll back right-to-work legislation. The move is a long-sought victory for labor organizers facing an era of diminished power. Republicans opposed repealing the law, arguing that it would hurt businesses and make the state less attractive to companies.

via Reuters|

#labor-unions #michigan #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Michigan Repeals 'Right-to-Work' Law, Boosts Unions.

Michigan has become the first state in decades to repeal a union-restricting law known as “right-to-work” that allowed those in unionized workplaces to opt out of paying union dues and fees. The repeal is seen as a major victory for organized labor with union membership reaching an all-time low last year. The state also restored a prevailing wage law that had been repealed by Republicans in 2018. The legislation was signed by Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who promised to veto bills designed to cut out the public’s right of referendum.

via ABC News|

#michigan #organized-labor #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Michigan Governor Repeals Right-to-Work Law and Restores Prevailing Wage

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bills to repeal the state's right-to-work law and reinstate a prevailing wage law for state-funded construction projects. The bills were passed along party lines, with Democrats in favor and Republicans opposed. Whitmer's decision makes Michigan the first state in nearly 60 years to abandon the right-to-work policy. Republicans argue that repealing right-to-work could harm the state's ability to attract businesses, while Democrats argue that the law is unfair to unions and allows "free riders" who benefit from union contracts without paying dues.

via Detroit Free Press|

#democrats #michigan #politics

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Michigan Legislature Repeals Right-to-Work Law.

The Michigan Legislature has passed bills to repeal the state's right-to-work law, which allows workers to opt out of paying union dues even if their workplace is represented by a union. The bills were approved over the objections of Republicans who argued that repealing right-to-work would make Michigan less friendly to businesses. Governor Gretchen Whitmer has said she will sign the bills, fulfilling a promise made by Democrats and organized labor since Michigan became a right-to-work state in 2012.

via Michigan Radio|

#democrats #michigan #politics

politics3 years ago•6 min saved

"Michigan Democrats Secure Victory in Repealing 'Right-to-Work' Law"

Michigan Democrats, who received $5.6 million in disclosed contributions from union members in the last election, are on the verge of repealing "right-to-work" legislation, with union PACs being the largest donors to Democratic legislative candidates. Democrats are also moving to undo other policies aimed at constraining union political influence, including a bill to allow unions to directly contribute more to candidates and make "independent expenditures" in the same way dark money accounts spend unlimited amounts on political advertising.

via MLive.com|

#campaign-finance #democrats #michigan

business3 years ago•3 min saved

Michigan's Right-to-Work Law: Controversy and Consequences

Economic experts say Michigan's "right-to-work" law, which allowed employees in unionized jobs to opt out of membership and paying dues, had almost no effect on the state's economy. Union membership was already falling before the law was implemented, and it continued on a slight decline in the decade since. The law also didn't impact economic development. While a recent study showed it reduced wages by about 1%, experts say it's hard to study its impact because other economic changes are happening at the same time. The governor is expected to sign a repeal of the law soon.

via WOODTV.com|

#business #economy #michigan

politics3 years ago•3 min saved

Michigan Senate Votes to Repeal Right-to-Work Law

Michigan Senate Democrats voted to repeal the decade-old "right-to-work" law, which prohibits public and private unions from requiring nonunion employees to pay union dues. The repeal has been listed as one of the top legislative goals for Democrats this session. The bill now goes back to the House, which passed its own version last week, and Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has said she'll sign it. The Senate also voted to restore the state’s prevailing wage law. Union supporters cheered loudly as Democrats voted to approve the repeal, while business advocates said the law has made the state competitive once again.

via Fox News|

#democrats #michigan #politics