Florida unions say they are under attack again
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Florida’s largest teachers’ union fights to keep schools closed.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Under legislation passed through its first Senate committee in the Florida State Capitol on Wednesday, teachers, police and other public-sector union members would have to reaffirm their desire to be in their union.
Sponsors argue the bill makes sure employees have the final say on their money, but unions say it’s an effort to hurt them.
Police, firefighters, teachers and even government clerks would have to proactively confirm they want to continue their union membership under legislation moving at the Capitol.