AB 2183 would amend the Agricultural Labor Relations Act to facilitate the ability of farm workers to vote for or against unionization. California League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) defends the right of all workers to form unions and bargain collectively, and we need your voice to urge Governor Newsom to sign this bill. AB 2183 expands voting options for farmworkers by establishing a two-track system, in which, each year, agricultural employers will have the choice of enrolling in a Labor Peace Election that will certify a labor organization as the exclusive bargaining representative of a bargaining unit. If the employer chooses not to enroll, then the labor organization may engage in a Non-Labor Peace Election modeled after the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB). Under the 1975 Agricultural Labor Relations Act, farmworkers have the right to choose whether they want to be represented by a union. This representation election is held via secret ballot at a polling place designated by the ALRB, which is usually at the place of employment. The Legislature has enacted a series of changes to facilitate the exercise of the right to vote. Those changes gave Californians a variety of means for casting their votes, including voting by mail, dropping off ballots at multiple locations, and allowing someone else to mail or deliver their ballot. The changes were made based on the simple premise that facilitating the exercise of an existing right is inherently a good thing to do. In a representation election, farmworkers present their identification card or check stub, receive a ballot, and cast a confidential vote for or against unionization. If the eligibility of the voter is questioned, the ballot is placed in a sealed envelope and submitted to the ALRB for review. Tell Governor Newsom that you support this important bill for farm workers today! | 
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