2(1)Every employee has the right to be a member of a trade union and to participate in the lawful activities thereof. United States labor law sets the rights and duties for employees, labor unions, and employers in the US.Summary of S.4973 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): No Kings Act. "collective agreement" means an agreement in writing entered into under this Act between the employer on the one hand, and a bargaining agent on the other hand. (d) to promote conditions favourable to the orderly, constructive and expeditious settlement of disputes between employers and trade unions;. Labour laws labour code or employment laws are those that mediate the relationship between workers, employing entities, trade unions, and the government.