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Greens Propose Union Auto-Enroll Bill, Unions Praise, ACT Criticizes

7/16/2026

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The Greens' draft bill would auto-enroll new hires in the union and give a free month before opt-out.
Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson introduced the bill and said it will be a post-election priority.
The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions welcomed it as a practical step that eases access and preserves choice.
ACT MP Dr Parmjeet Parmar called the bill coercive, saying it forces people into unions and removes choice.

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Story summary

The Greens' draft bill would auto-enroll new hires in the union and give a free month before opt-out.
Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson introduced the bill and said it will be a post-election priority.
The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions welcomed it as a practical step that eases access and preserves choice.
ACT MP Dr Parmjeet Parmar called the bill coercive, saying it forces people into unions and removes choice.