The Teamsters Union's rules and regulations are designed to govern and control the activities of their members, both on and off the job - and the Teamsters Union defines that control in writing, in a very critical document – the Union Constitution.
One look at the Teamsters Union Constitution will show what's really at stake.
The General President of the Teamsters Union has a certain power and authority that includes:
"The General President may, without the approval of the General Executive Board, appoint a member of International Union as Executive Assistant to the General President, who shall receive a salary for the term of his appointment ..." Article VI, Sec. 1, (e)
"...shall the authority to interpret the Constitution and laws of the International Union, including the authority to interpret the Bylaws of subordinate bodies ..." Article VI, Sec. 2, (a)
The Union is serious about collecting money from members as the constitution states:
"All such financial obligations imposed ... shall be legal obligations of the members ... and are enforceable in a court of law." - Article XXVII, Section 1
The Teamsters Union spells out the 'Trials and Appeals' process of members who violate their Constitution. Any member who commits any one of the 14 violations and specific offenses is subject to punishment, including fines, suspension and/or expulsion. -- Article XIX
The Teamsters Union's Constitution restricts the freedom of their members and violations of these rules can and do result in disciplinary action, including fines, for their members. The fact remains that the best way to avoid having to work with these restrictions is to avoid working under a union.
This website is designed as a resource for our colleagues and their families as they consider their options regarding unionization in today's workplace. The decision of whether or not to be represented by a union is an important one, for many reasons. More ››
If you have any questions, please ask here; or, reach out to any of your managers or supervisors and we will be happy to answer any of the questions that you may have.
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We are committed to answering your questions and to providing you important facts to consider before you decide if you want to entrust your job and your future to the Teamsters. Some independent resources you may want to contact and research:
Center for Independent Employees (Free Legal Advice)
National Right to Work Foundation (Free Legal Advice and Information)
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