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SD Chamber Opposes Ballot Issue

SD Chamber Opposes Ballot Issue

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The South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry will oppose IM-23 that is on the ballot this fall.

The initiated measure would allow corporations or non-profits the right to charge a fee for services.

State Chamber President Dave Owen says the simple language covers the real intent….

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Owen says it could force workers to pay fees to unions they don’t belong to…..

Owen says workers may not get the protection they really need……

Owen says the measure could threaten the states “Right to Work” status.

 

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