What is the constitutional basis for the federal government protecting collective bargaining rights?
Answer (1)
The federal government protects collective bargaining rights primarily through the Interstate Commerce Clause, which allows Congress to regulate commerce, including labor relations. This has led to significant legislation like the National Labor Relations Act of 1935, supporting workers' rights to organize. Other constitutional elements like the 14th Amendment and the 1964 Civil Rights Act are relevant to civil rights but not specifically to the protection of collective bargaining. ;
