A bill pre-filed in the New Mexico Senate would make it illegal to require labor union membership as a condition for employment.
The Santa Fe New Mexican reports that the pre-filed bill is sponsored by Sen. Sander Rue.
The Albuquerque Republican's bill would prohibit membership in a union as a requirement of employment with a private company. It also would prohibit deducting union dues from paychecks without a worker's permission.
Supporters of the so-called "right to work" legislation say it would spur economic growth and attract businesses to the state, while opponents say the legislation is an attack on unions that won't create jobs or save the state any money.
Republicans won control of the state House in the November general election. Democrats still control the Senate.
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