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Alamo Drafthouse Workers Vote to Unionize in Texas

5/4/2025

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In a historic move, employees at Alamo Drafthouse's Slaughter Lane in Austin, Texas, overwhelmingly voted 52-16 to unionize with the United Auto Workers, with an impressive 94% turnout. As they await certification from the National Labor Relations Board, these workers are determined to secure a fair contract after facing layoffs and strikes at other locations.

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Story summary

In a historic move, employees at Alamo Drafthouse's Slaughter Lane in Austin, Texas, overwhelmingly voted 52-16 to unionize with the United Auto Workers, with an impressive 94% turnout. As they await certification from the National Labor Relations Board, these workers are determined to secure a fair contract after facing layoffs and strikes at other locations.