Discussion Paper

Understanding Workers’ Financial Wellbeing in States with Right-to-Work Laws


Abstract: As public interest in labor unions has increased in recent months, along with an increase in union representation petitions, it is valuable to understand the economic implications of labor unions. Previous empirical studies on the effects of labor unions and collective bargaining processes have focused on several economic outcomes ranging from workers' pay and productivity to firms' profitability, investments, and overall economic performance.

https://doi.org/10.17016/2380-7172.3372

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Provider: Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (U.S.)

Part of Series: FEDS Notes

Publication Date: 2023-09-08

Number: 2023-09-08-1