Common use of Union Dues Checkoff Clause in Contracts

Union Dues Checkoff. 37.1 Each employee shall have the right of self-determination regarding membership or non-membership in the Union and/or P.E.O.P.L.E. (Public Employees Organized to Promote Legislative Equality). The employer agrees to deduct monthly dues, contributions and/or initiation fees from the wages of eligible employees who have signed proper legal authorization for such deduction. It is recognized that said authorization card is a matter between the Union and its members, therefore, any dispute between the parties to said authorization card and any finding against either party as a result of such dispute and/or litigation shall not be the responsibility of the Employer. The Union membership card is an agreement between the employee and the Local. The Employer shall not be involved in that agreement.