HR 6 · 97th Congress · Law
United States Court of Labor-Management Relations
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Introduced2
Committee3
House Vote4
Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to Subcommittee on Courts, Civil Liberties, and the Administration of Justice.(1981-02-17)
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United States Court of Labor-Management Relations - Establishes a United States Court of Labor-Management Relations to have jurisdiction over labor disputes in industries substantially affecting interstate commerce that result in concerted work stoppages which adversely affect the general welfare, health, or safety of the nation. Permits invocation of the jurisdiction of the court either: (1) upon application of the Attorney General after all procedures for enjoining work stoppages under the Labor-Management Relations Act of 1947 and the Railway Labor Act have been exhausted; or (2) upon application of any party to the labor dispute regardless of the availability of alternate procedures. Empowers the court, upon the invocation of its jurisdiction, to enjoin the work stoppage, and to make necessary or appropriate orders, including orders affecting rates of pay and working conditions. Requires the parties, upon the issuance of such order, to make every effort, under the continuing direction of the court, to settle their differences. Authorizes the court, within 80 days of such order, to require the parties to attend hearings and testify with respect to their dispute. Directs the cour…
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