Washington, June 10 -- Congressman Pete Stauber issued the following press release:

This week, Congressman Pete Stauber's (MN-08) Faster Labor Contracts Act passed the House of Representatives. This bipartisan legislation will ensure that when workers vote to form a union, employers are not allowed to drag out negotiations on a collective bargaining agreement.

"As a former police officer who organized my union, I've seen firsthand how frustrating this process can be for workers seeking a fair and timely contract," said Congressman Pete Stauber. "America's workers are the backbone of our economy, yet too often employers delay negotiations or refuse to engage in good-faith bargaining when it comes to a first union contract. The Faster Labor...