National Labor Relations Act

noun

1. an act of Congress (1935) that forbade any interference by employers with the formation and operation of labor unions.

Example Sentences

Threatening to fire workers who go on strike is illegal under the National Labor Relations Act, the UAW noted Tuesday.

From Salon

But those who support unions argue the laws violate the National Labor Relations Act, which allows voluntary recognition.

From Seattle Times

It said Notre Dame is engaging in unfair labor practices as defined by the National Labor Relations Act.

From Seattle Times

The complaint is similar to one filed against University of Southern California last May by the NLRB’s Los Angeles office alleging players on USC’s football and men’s and women’s basketball teams are employees and not “student-athletes” within the meaning of the National Labor Relations Act.

From Seattle Times

“We walked out because Trader Joe’s needs to know that the harder they union-bust, the stronger we stand together to fight for each other. We’re calling on Trader Joe’s to actually act like the progressive company it claims to be: stop union-busting, respect the National Labor Relations Act, and reinstate Fredd!”

From Salon