Labor

Here's how we do it:

Roll Back Anti-Union Policies

We must repeal so-called "Right to Work" legislation, but there are many other harmful anti-union and anti-worker policies we should focus on rolling back: the prohibition on automatic payroll dues deduction, targeted at making joining a union and remaining a member; the dangerous anti-OSHA bill that puts workers' lives in danger; and prohibition of striking by public sector employees are all targets for me as State Representative. 

Collective Bargaining

Every Kentuckian should have the right to unionize their workplace and collectively bargain for better wages, stronger benefits, and safer working conditions. Kentucky's Legislature periodically votes to give themselves raises - why would they deny Kentucky's workers the ability to advocate for the same? 

Restoring the Prevailing Wage

The prevailing wage, a state-mandated minimum wage for public works projects, was repealed in 2017. Have you ever heard the phrase "you get what you pay for"? When we allow the lowest bidder to build our roads, bridges, schools, and libraries, we put everyone's lives in danger. Restoring the prevailing wage will increase quality and safety of public works in every corner of the Commonwealth. 

“You work hard and finance your government with your tax dollars. It belongs to you. I’ll never lose sight of that and will always make sure you know how, when, and where your hard-earned money is being spent!”

Max