The NLRB finally ordered a de-certification vote for three units of Kaiser professionals in Southern California (approx 2,300 workers in total). Workers first filed their petitions requesting a vote back in February of this year. SEIU and Kaiser management objected, claiming that a
contract bar prohibits workers from holding an election and, secondly, that NUHW is not an actual union.
The NLRB finally conducted a hearing on the issue and today, the NLRB Regional Director threw out both of SEIU's objections and ordered an election.
It appears that SEIU and/or Kaiser management could try to appeal the region's decision to a higher level within the NLRB.
Which, lets be real, they will do unless people push back on them. Fight Back Kaiser Pros!!!