Impact Of The National Labor Relations Act

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The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) was published in 1935 and transformed the workplace by giving American workers the right to form and be active in unions. The NLRA also gave employees the right to collective bargaining towards benefits, better working conditions, and better wages. This paved the way for the start of labor unions throughout America. Because of this, the National Labor Relations Act shaped the American workplace and shed light on the rights of workers. The NLRA made an impact that can still be seen today in the multiple labor unions and collective bargaining agreements that exist across businesses, as well as legal protections and rights enjoyed by American workers. The NLRA started the development of workers rights and …show more content…

The most common strike, the Economic strike, is when workers strike towards better wages and bonuses. They ask for increased wages and bonuses such as increase in privilege leave and casual leave. The next type of strike is the Sit down strike, in this strike production is still kept under control of, but the workers simply don't work. A sit down strike normally isn't on one employer but rather the government. Employees take drastic measures in order to get what they want, this is what the Hunger strike is for. The hunger strike is well known and is when employees sit stationed outside of their workplace and fast to demand the employer to redress their …show more content…

The NLRA also helped reduce workplace inequality, promoting the rights of workers from different backgrounds. It ensured legal protections and regulated workplace safety, which started the Occupational Safety and Health Adminstration and the Osh Act in 1970. After this workers gained the ability to report hazards without retaliation and review medical records to see what to avoid doing in the workplace. The NLRA impacted American labor reactions, and the rights that the NLRA made can still be seen in agreements and legal protections enjoyed by employees today. The NLRB enforcing the workers right to unionize and the prohibition of unfair practices is a big part of the NLRA’s legacy. While there are many challenges in organizing and collective bargaining, the NLRA is a reminder of collective action and dignity in the workplace. The National Labor Relations Act has had a big part in establishing the framework for rights in america, and for workers with various backgrounds and disabilities. As the world continues to change and new things energe, the NLRA and the NLRB will continue to adapt in order to advocate for labor rights. Overall, the National Labor Relations has had an indeniable impact on society in America and

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