International Longshoremen's Association Local 1588

Union Member Rights and Officer Responsibilities Under the Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act

(From the website of the U.S. Department of Labor)

The Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA) guarantees certain rights to union members and imposes certain responsibilities on union officers. The Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) enforces many LMRDA provisions while other provisions, such as the bill of rights, may only be enforced by union members through private suit in federal court. For more information contact the nearest OLMS field office listed on page 2 of this fact sheet.

Union Member Rights

Bill of Rights - Union members have:

* equal rights to participate in union activities
* freedom of speech and assembly
* voice in setting rates of dues, fees, and assessments
* protection of the right to sue
* safeguards against improper discipline

Copies of Collective Bargaining Agreements - Union members and nonunion employees have the right to receive or inspect copies of collective bargaining agreements.