Law
National Labor Relations Act
Established workers’ rights to unionize and bargain collectively.
Year
1935
Impact
Mixed
Status
Active
Party
Democratic Party
Era
Jim Crow and Disenfranchisement
Impact Context
Expanded labor protections, though many Black workers were excluded initially.
What This Policy Did
Expanded labor protections, though many Black workers were excluded initially.
Evidence and Linked Records
Black Business Equity and Capital Access Act
High • Idea • 1 linked bills
Black Homeownership and Appraisal Fairness Act
High • Idea • 2 linked bills
Black Wealth Restoration and Baby Bonds Act
High • Idea • 1 linked bills
HBCU Capital and Research Equity Act
High • Idea • 6 linked bills
HBCU Endowment and Tuition Reparations Act
High • Idea • 1 linked bills
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Sources
Government
National Labor Relations Board • Government
NLRB overview explaining that the NLRA protects workers' right to organize and engage in collective bargaining.
National Labor Relations Board • Government
NLRB FAQ page stating that the NLRA grants employees the right to form or join unions and engage in protected concerted activity.
National Labor Relations Board • Government
NLRB guide explaining the Act's protections and unlawful employer discrimination tied to union activity.