Restrictions on Public-Employee Unions in Wisconsin Become Law - WSJ.com

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Restrictions on Public-Employee Unions in Wisconsin Become Law - WSJ.com

Under the law, unions said it will be more difficult for them to retain members. The new law requires that 51% of all eligible workers

—including those who don't vote—approve a union, which means unions can win a majority of votes cast, but still be barred from representing workers.

Previously unions had to win a majority of votes cast. The state also will stop collecting dues automatically as soon as contracts end.

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