Index
Texas 'Right to Work' Laws
Summary
Texas is a 'Right to Work' state. This means you cannot be forced to join a labor union or pay union dues as a condition of getting or keeping a job.
Rights & Rules
- 01.An employer cannot deny you a job because you refuse to join a union.
- 02.An employer cannot fire you because you quit a union.
- 03.You cannot be forced to pay union dues, fees, or assessments against your will, even if the union represents your workplace.
- 04.You still have the right to voluntarily join a union if you choose to do so.
Penalties
- 01.Employers or unions who violate this law commit a misdemeanor offense.
- 02.Workers discriminated against under this law can sue for damages and reinstatement of their jobs.
Verified Citations
Texas Labor Code Section 101.052
Source"A person may not be denied employment based on membership or nonmembership in a labor union."