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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) - Missouri took a step toward joining 24 other states with right-to-work laws when its House voted to bar the collection of fees from workers who choose not to join a union.
The vote of 92 to 66 with two lawmakers voting present, marks an advance for supporters of right-to-work because a similar measure last year had failed to achieve a constitutional majority of 82 lawmakers in favor.
republican Representative Eric Burlison says right-to-work would make the state more competitive in attracting businesses, which would help workers find jobs.
Opponents say the measure would weaken labor unions and lower wages in the state.
The measure still faces a second House vote and would have to be approved by the Senate before going to Democratic Gov. Jay Nixon, who opposes right-to-work.
© Associated Press
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