House Approves Union Contract Bill, Defying GOP Leadership

The House approved a bill to amend the National Labor Relations Act on a bipartisan vote. Twenty Republican lawmakers broke ranks with Speaker Mike Johnson to support the measure. The legislation aligns with Democratic proposals to strengthen union bargaining rights. Supporters say the amendment will protect workers’ ability to negotiate collective contracts. Opponents warn it could increase labor costs and interfere with business flexibility. The vote signals a fracture within the GOP on labor policy. The bill now moves to the Senate for further consideration. Observers will watch how the Senate debate shapes the final outcome.