What is the difference between an agency fee payer and a religious/conscientious objector?
There are two ways to resign from the union. You can become a religious/conscientious objector or an agency fee payer. To become a religious objector, you must demonstrate a sincere religious objection to union membership. Church membership is not a requirement. Under federal law (Title VII), you will not be required to pay any money at all to the union. You are, however, required to pay an amount equal to union dues to a union-approved charity. This requirement is included in contract language to prevent union members from using this provision to opt out of the union merely to save money. You will need to write a letter to your local union stating your sincere religious beliefs. Please contact the National Right to Work 800-336-3600 for free legal advice. The other option you have is that of an agency fee payer. If your employer recognizes a union as an exclusive bargaining agent, the union is legally required to represent you whether or not you remain a union member . In order to pay
