The National Mediation Board (NMB) in a 3 to 1 decision has made the final approval of a proposal that will make it easier for unions to organize Airlines and Railroads. The new rule allows for a simple majority vote in representation elections. Under the current 70 year old rule it takes fifty percent plus one of the entire workforce to vote a union in. The current rule which falls under the Railway Labor Act (RLA) was designed to protect America’s commerce while ensuring workers rights. There is likely to be court challenges, otherwise the new rule will go into effect 30 days after being entered into the Federal Register.
