Collective Bargaining Agreements - Mississippi

Summary of differences between federal and state regulations

Mississippi has several laws related to collective bargaining in private sector employment; however, these laws provide protections similar to the National Labor Relations Act.

Right to work

The state does have a right to work law. It is prohibited to make union membership or non-membership a condition of employment.

State

Contact

National Labor Relations Board (Region 15)

Regulations

Constitution of Mississippi Article 7, Corporations,  Section 198-A, Right to work; labor unions.

Picketing

Mississippi Code, Title 97, Chapter 1, Section 97-1-1, Conspiracy
Title 97, Chapter 3, Section 97-3-87 Threats and intimidation; whitecapping.
Title 97, Chapter 7, Section 97-7-63 Picketing which interferes with access to government buildings, property, streets and sidewalks.
Title 97, Chapter 9, Section 97-9-67 Picketing or demonstrating in or near courthouse or residence of judge, juror, witness, or court officer.

Employment disputes

Mississippi Code, Title 97, Chapter 23, Sections 97-23-39, 97-23-41 and 97-23-85

Right to work

Mississippi Code, Title 71, Chapter 1, Sections 71-1-47 through 71-1-53

Federal

Contact

National Labor Relations Board

Regulations

29 U.S.C. §§151-169

29 U.S.C. §401 et seq.