Is Missouri a Right to Work State?

Yes, Missouri is a Right to Work State.

Missouri passed legislation in 2017 making it a right-to-work state. This law is set to go into effect on August 28, 2017.

There are potential challenges for Missouri that could still change the situation:

  • A lawsuit has been filed challenging the new law, which could potentially delay or block its implementation.
  • The AFL-CIO intends to put the law to a vote in the 2018 midterm elections. If voters repeal the law, Missouri would no longer be a right-to-work state.

Right-to-work legislation means employees cannot be compelled to join a union or pay union dues as a condition of employment. The law does not apply to the federal government, businesses in federal enclaves, or those covered by the Railway Labor Act. Existing union contracts are not affected. The law applies to new agreements or those renewed/amended after August 28, 2017.

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