The Taft-Hartley Act of 1947 was passed to check the growing power of

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The Taft-Hartley Act was primarily designed to curb the power of labor unions, which were seen as becoming too powerful and disruptive to business and the economy. The act placed numerous restrictions on union activities and allowed for state laws prohibiting union shops (where all employees are required to join the union) and permitting "Right to Work" laws (which prohibit union agreements that require all employees to pay union dues). None of the other options listed were major concerns addressed by the Taft-Hartley Act.

The Taft-Hartley Act of 1947 Was Passed to Check the Growing