If a union wants to organize, it typically moves through five steps to the organizing process. Which step of union organization would require the union to collect at least 30 percent of signed authori

Under the National Labor Relations Act, before the NLRB will accept a petition for a representation election, the union must demonstrate at least 30% employee support through signed authorization cards. This card collection occurs during the 'confirm interest' step because it serves as the formal measure of sufficient employee interest needed to justify proceeding to a formal election campaign.

The campaign step occurs after the 30% threshold is already satisfied and an election date has been set - it focuses on persuading employees to vote for union representation.

'Make a connection' is the initial outreach step where organizers identify and make contact with interested employees before any formal card-signing drive begins.

Obtaining recognition is the final step in which the employer formally acknowledges the union as the bargaining representative, following a successful election or voluntary card-check recognition.