UAW members contribute monthly dues to support the work of their union. Members employed part-time who work at least 40 hours per calendar month are subject to minimum monthly dues. From bargaining contracts to enforcing them through the grievance procedure, union dues provide the resources used by locals every day. The UAW dues structure is set by delegates to UAW Constitutional Conventions. The last change to Article 16 occurred at the 37th Constitutional Convention held in June 2018.
UAW members pay dues in an amount determined by their pay structure and whether they have a legal right to strike. Dues are set by UAW Constitutional Convention delegates.
UAW members who are private or public employees and have a right to strike pay 2.5 hours of straight time pay per month if paid hourly, or 1.44 percent of their monthly wages if paid by salary.
UAW members who are public employees and don’t have a legal right to strike, pay 1.9 hours of straight time pay per month if paid hourly, or 1.095 percent of their monthly wages if paid by salary.
The UAW Constitution requires two hours of dues to be disbursed to local unions and the International Union. The remaining half-hour of dues is allocated to the UAW Strike and Defense Fund to ensure its growth and strength.
UAW Region 1 members in good standing are invited and encouraged to participate in the various programs we offer.
