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Jeff Smith: “My colleagues and I proposed repealing the so-called right…”

Featuring: Jeff Smith, Democratic | Wisconsin State Senate, District 31

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Project Labor Agreements | September 4th, 2025 #chippewavalley #wisconsin

Published | Video Starts at 00:50

There is also a proposal here that would crack down on worker misclassification. This would make sure no employer could cheat workers out of wages, benefits or protections. Lastly, My colleagues and I proposed repealing the so-called right to work, which has only driven down wages and weakened the safety of Wisconsin workers. The Build a Stronger Wisconsin package has the opportunity to strengthen entire industries, our economy and our communities. (00:50–01:02)

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Asserts that repealing the right to work would address wage reduction and worker safety issues.

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