Asked by Ricci Jones on Jun 30, 2024

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The major provision of the ________ is that it exempts union activity from antitrust laws.

A) Norris-LaGuardia Act
B) Railway Labor Act
C) Clayton Act
D) Wagner Act

Antitrust Laws

Antitrust laws are regulations enacted to promote fair competition by preventing monopolistic practices and ensuring market integrity.

Norris-LaGuardia Act

A 1932 U.S. federal law that restricted the power of federal courts to issue injunctions against nonviolent labor disputes.

  • Comprehend the evolution of labor legislation and its effects on the dynamics of employee relations.
  • Recognize the different labor statutes, such as the Taft-Hartley Act, Norris-LaGuardia Act, and Wagner Act, along with their basic provisions.
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soroor iraniJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The Clayton Act, passed in 1914, specifically exempts labor unions from being considered illegal combinations or conspiracies in restraint of trade, thus exempting union activities from the antitrust laws that apply to corporations and other forms of business enterprises.