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Omaha Steve

(99,584 posts)
Thu May 30, 2013, 06:16 PM May 2013

Workers Unite As NH House Kills Two Anti-Worker Bills


http://nhlabornews.com/2013/05/workers-unite-as-nh-house-kills-two-anti-worker-bills/

By Matt Murray

Yesterday was a big day in the NH House for NH workers. Since the session began I have been watching a number of bills and their progress through the Legislature.

The first bill is SB 100 (NHLN post). This bill would remove the option to have a paper check printed and in turn give you a debit card that would automatically refill with your paycheck every two weeks.

Kevin Langridgan reported from the State House yesterday:

“Rep. Timothy Smith, D-Manchester, said these payroll cards are a hidden scam for low-wage workers, who can face hidden fees of up to $40 per transaction.

“This bill is pretty offensive,” Smith said. “This is one of the newer scams that have been pushed on our hard-working citizens, and it has taken the form of a payroll card.”

FULL story at link.

About Matt Murray
Matt Murray is the creator and an author on the NH Labor News. He is a union member and advocate for labor. He also works with other unions and members to help spread our message.

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