Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB1170

Introduced
3/27/25  

Caption

Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act

Impact

The bill's enactment would significantly amend existing practices regarding labor organization activities within federal agencies. Agencies would need to track and report expenditures related to official time, including employee compensation, benefits, and the total hours spent on union activities. This requirement could potentially lead to a shift in how agencies manage labor relations, as they will be compelled to monitor and justify the use of official time more closely, thus increasing scrutiny on federal labor costs and expenditures associated with union activities.

Summary

Senate Bill 1170, known as the Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act, mandates that heads of federal agencies submit an annual report to Congress regarding the use and costs associated with 'official time' for union activities. This legislation aims to provide greater transparency on how taxpayer money is utilized when federal employees engage in union representation activities, which may include negotiating collective bargaining agreements or processing grievances. By requiring detailed disclosures, the bill seeks to enhance accountability in federal labor relations and address public concerns over the financial implications of union time usage.

Contention

Notably, the bill raises points of contention among various stakeholders. Proponents argue that public disclosure of the financial impact of union activities will ensure accountability and transparency within federal agencies, potentially fostering a more informed public dialogue on union usage of taxpayer resources. Conversely, critics may view the legislation as a hindrance to effective labor negotiations, asserting that the increased oversight could complicate bargaining processes and limit the necessary support that employees might require from union representatives. The balance between accountability and the effectiveness of labor representation is central to the debate surrounding SB1170.

Congress_id

119-S-1170

Introduced_date

2025-03-27

Companion Bills

US HB2297

Same As Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act

Previously Filed As

US SB3955

Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act

US HB7692

Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act

US HB9594

Protecting Taxpayers’ Wallets Act

US SB4868

No Union Time on the Taxpayer's Dime Act

US HB9191

No Union Time on the Taxpayer's Dime Act

US HB7784

SALT Act Start Applying Labor Transparency Act

US SB4701

POST Act of 2024 Protecting Our Students and Taxpayers Act of 2024

US SB4043

Telework Transparency Act of 2024

US HB8692

Amtrak Transparency and Accountability for Passengers and Taxpayers Act

US HB5456

No Tax Breaks for Union Busting (NTBUB) Act

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