Louisiana § RS 42:457 - Union dues
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:457 — Union dues, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 42:457. Union dues
Any state, parish, or city employee may authorize his employing department, board, or agency to withhold from his salary a specific amount for such pay periods as may be designated, for payment of his dues to any labor organization to which he belongs and which he designates therein. In such cases, the employee must voluntarily execute and furnish to the employing department, board, or agency a written and specific authorization for such deductions; however, the employing authority may elect whether or not to make such deductions. Any amount withheld in accordance with the provisions of this Section shall be remitted on a regularly scheduled basis as prescribed by rules promulgated by the Division of Administration and administered by the state payroll office to the organization designated.
Acts 1966, No. 419, §1; Acts 1986, No. 805, §1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 42:457
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 42:457 cover?
Section RS 42:457 ("Union dues") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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