The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) has called on New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy to sign the Motor Vehicle Open Recall Notice and Fair Compensation Act (A4380/S3309) into law without amendments. The union made its request in a recent letter, emphasizing that the legislation passed with broad bipartisan support in the New Jersey Legislature.
According to the IAM Union, the proposed law would mandate equal pay for auto dealership technicians performing warranty repairs and non-warranty repairs. The union stated that this change would improve wages, benefit communities, and set a fair standard for thousands of auto mechanics across New Jersey.
“This bill is about fairness for the hardworking men and women who keep New Jersey’s cars and trucks safely on the road. Auto technicians deserve to be paid equally for their skills and labor, whether the work is under warranty or not,” according to the statement from IAM Union.
The union urged Governor Murphy not to consider any conditional vetoes that could reduce labor time provisions in the bill. “Our Union is calling on Murphy to reject any requests for a conditional veto that would weaken labor time provisions, which are vital to ensuring auto technicians are paid accurately for the time they spend on repairs.”
Representing hundreds of automotive technicians throughout New Jersey, IAM Union said passing this bill would help improve workers’ quality of life while also aiding efforts to recruit and retain skilled professionals in the state’s automotive sector. “We represent hundreds of skilled automotive technicians throughout New Jersey. Gov. Murphy has an opportunity to not only improve the quality of life for workers and their families, but will also help recruit and retain a strong auto technician workforce to keep New Jersey moving forward.”
