But critics say the measure -- dubbed the `` card check '' bill by its opponents -- would effectively eliminate union elections , removing a fundamental hard-earned right of workers and forcing some workers into unions they do n't want to join . Bill would require workers openly sign a card for a union . If a majority sign , they would have 30 days to negotiate . Current method of deciding whether to sign -- secret ballot -- would still be option . Union workers give Congress estimated 1.5 million signatures backing Bill .
Bill would require workers openly sign a card for a union . If a majority sign , they would have 30 days to negotiate . Current method of deciding whether to sign -- secret ballot -- would still be option . Union workers give Congress estimated 1.5 million signatures backing Bill .