Dues
How much are union dues?
NUHW typically charges members a percentage of their pre-tax, gross income as base union dues. The more money you make, the more money you pay to the union in dues. Does that mean people who pay more get more attention or better representation from the union?
In 2023, NUHW collected a total of $15,106,764 in base union dues from its members. That amounts to an average of $814.90 per member per year. And remember, unions are permitted, and often do increase the amount of dues members are required to pay.
What if I don’t want to join the union or pay dues?
California is not a “Right to Work” state. While you do not have to join NUHW as a full member, in CA, you could be required to pay a fee or portion of the union dues as a condition of keeping your job at SBHH– even if you do not want to be represented by the union.
How does the union collect union dues?
If a union gets voted in, they will likely collect union dues from your paycheck each week. The dues will likely be automatically deducted from your paycheck. If a union gets voted in, you will likely have to pay union dues just to keep your job.
Wouldn't we control how our dues are spent?
No. All spending decisions are made by NUHW to support the union's overall operations. If each SBHH employee pays roughly $814.90 a year in dues, that totals a potential windfall of $488,940 for NUHW over a potential three-year contract.
Can NUHW increase dues?
Yes. Unions are free to raise dues any time they want.
Can the Union collect other monies besides dues?
Yes, the Union can also charge initiation fees and other fines, fees and assessments, such as a fine for crossing an established picket line.