High Country Times

Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) has addressed the recent dispute with the Association of Legal Aid Attorneys/UAW Local 2325 (Local 2325) over the Committee's subpoena demands. In a letter to Local 2325 President Lisa Ohta, Foxx dismissed the union's objections to the subpoena and warned of further enforcement actions if compliance is not met.

Foxx stated in the letter, "The Committee on Education and the Workforce (Committee) is conducting oversight of alleged infringements on the rights of union members by Local 2325 to determine whether existing labor laws adequately protect these rights." She highlighted concerns regarding the union's actions related to a resolution concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The Chairwoman emphasized that Local 2325's response to the subpoena has been deficient, with objections that impede the Committee's oversight efforts. Foxx made it clear that the union's claim of the subpoena being 'vague and overbroad' is baseless, and non-compliance could lead to further enforcement measures.

The background of the dispute dates back to January 29, 2024, when the Committee initially requested information from Local 2325 regarding the adoption of a resolution. Despite extensions granted by the Committee, Local 2325's lack of cooperation led to the issuance of a subpoena on March 8, 2024, for the production of relevant documents by March 25, 2024.

Foxx's letter serves as a response to Local 2325's objections to the Committee's subpoena, emphasizing the importance of compliance with the demands. The full cover letter can be accessed for further details on the ongoing dispute.