Solicitation and Distribution

A Solicitation and Distribution policy limits solicitations and the distribution of materials during work time and in work areas, helps prevent disruptions and maintains a respectful workplace, and preserves employees' rights to engage in legally protected activity (including under the NLRA).

How to Write a Solicitation and Distribution Policy

• Start with "why" and introduce the concept.
• Define what counts as solicitation and what counts as distribution, including physical and digital materials.
• Set a rule that employees may not solicit during work time.
• Set a rule that employees may not distribute materials during work time.
• Limit distribution in work areas where work is being performed.
• Clarify what your organization considers work time and work areas at a high level.
• Prohibit solicitation and distribution by non-employees on your organization's property.
• Include an NLRA savings statement that the policy does not restrict legally protected concerted activity.

For advice on writing a Solicitation and Distribution policy in a specific jurisdiction, see below.