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Welcome to the National Institute for Labor Relations Research

The National Institute for Labor Relations Research (NILRR) provides comprehensive information and research concerning labor relations and policies. Located at NILRR.org, the institute analyzes labor relations, particularly highlighting the implications of compulsory unionism and promoting Right to Work principles.

It provides educational resources for the public, scholars, and students by offering data, research, and fact sheets on labor issues. NILRR aims to inform about the benefits of Right to Work laws, which allow workers to choose whether or not to join or financially support a union without fear of losing their jobs.

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Multiyear Poll Average Show National Support for Right To Work
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Based on the average past three decades of polls asking if people should have the choice to pay or join a labor union without fear of losing their job. 

Notable Quotes

The following quotes are labor union officials' actual comments.

"When school children start paying union dues, that's when I'll start representing the interests of school children."

— Albert Shanker
At the time of the quote, Shanker was the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) union National President

"So, you tell me how I can possibly separate NEA’s collective bargaining efforts from politics—you just can’t. It’s all politics.”

— Bob Chanin
Then-NEA General Counsel

"We (NEA) want a legislative program led by leaders and staff with sufficient clout that they may roam the halls of Congress and collect votes to reorder the priorities of the United States of America."

— Terry Herndon
Then-Executive Director, National Education Association union.

"We are the biggest potential striking force in this country, and we are determined to control the direction of education.”

— Catherine Barrett
past NEA union president

Another example of why you need and deserve Right To Work laws...

AFSCME President Shukimba Carlis Charged With Wire Fraud

May 20, 2025

AFSCME Local 2620 President Shukimba Carlis has been charged with six counts of wire fraud.

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AFSCME Union Boss Sophia Hererra Faces Six Counts of Wire Fraud

May 15, 2025

AFSCME Lacal 2620 Treasurer Sophia Hererra has been charged with six counts of wire fraud.

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IBB Union President Dennis Matos Charged With Serious Crimes

May 13, 2025

IBB Lodge 1086 President Dennis Matos has been charged with several counts of theft of varying degrees, as well as telecommunications fraud.

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AFGE President Kimberly Goodwin Busted for Criminal Activities

May 9, 2025

Kimberly Goodwin, President of AFGE Local 2419, has been indicted on several crimes, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering, and aiding and abetting.

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Railroad Signalmen Union Boss Mark Maybee Faces Serious Charges

May 7, 2025

Recording Financial Secretary of Railroad Signalmen Local Lodge 216, Mark Maybee, has been charged with fourth-degree felony-level grand theft for allegedly having stolen $46,008.

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Iron Workers President Kyle Chasse Indicted on 12 Counts of Wire Fraud

May 5, 2025

Kyle Chasse, President of Iron Workers Local 745, is facing 12 counts of wire fraud as well as one count of making a false statement.

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IAMAW’s Israel Valdivia Owes Over $70K in Restitution and Fines

May 2, 2025

Israel Valdivia, Secretary-Treasurer of IAMAW Local Lodge 2198, has been ordered to pay $63,508 in restitution, plus a $10,000 fine and a $100 special assessment.

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IATSE Union Boss John Seid Sentenced After Guilty Plea of Embezzlement

April 30, 2025

John Seid, who was the Secretary-Treasurer of IATSE Local 306, has been sentenced to probation and home detention, and must also pay tens of thousands in restitution.

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FOP DOC Chairman Andra Parker Hears Results After Guilty Plea

April 28, 2025

Andra Parker, Chairman of the FOP Department of Corrections, faces probation, home confinement, and thousands in restitution after pleading guilty to wire fraud.

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LIUNA Union Boss Thomas J. Erickson Faces Criminal Sentencing

April 23, 2025

Thomas J. Erickson, Business Manager of LIUNA Local 429, has been sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty to embezzlement from the union.

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right-to-work-states-map-updated-06202024
Currently, there are 26 States with right to work laws which protect employees from being fired from their jobs for not supporting a union in their workplace.

Which states are Right To Work States?

The following states are the current Right to Work States listed in alphabetical order:
Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.