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TEAMSTERS UNION SLAMS GOV. PRITZKER FOR VETOING WAREHOUSE WORKER PROTECTION ACT

The Teamsters Union criticizes Gov. JB Pritzker for vetoing House Bill 2547, which aimed to protect warehouse workers' rights from harsh quotas and unsafe conditions.
Union President Thomas W. Stiede expressed disappointment, stating that Pritzker's veto abandoned hardworking families and ignored the harsh realities faced by warehouse workers.
Gov. Pritzker claimed the bill was too vague and could lead to legal challenges, emphasizing the need for straightforward labor laws.
Despite the veto, the Teamsters Union plans to continue fighting for similar protections at both state and federal levels, as several other states have passed similar laws.

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