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Stay informed with the latest federal human resources news, including updates on federal employee unions, labor relations, collective bargaining, workplace policies, and federal HR guidance. This category covers OPM regulations, pay, leave, and benefits administration, labor‑management disputes, union negotiations, workplace rights, and major **HR policy changes.

1st Amendment and Union Dues

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 13, 2019 2:11 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
wooden judge's gavel on a desk next to a stack of $100 bills, a book and reading glasses

Do union dues withholding practices in the federal government violate the 1st Amendment?

Navy Says Use of Hemp, CBD Still Prohibited

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 11, 2019 4:52 PM | Updated: Aug 20, 2019 7:28 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Despite a new law legalizing hemp and CBD products, the Navy warned that it is still prohibiting use of these products.

Artificial Intelligence Is More Than a Tool, It May Be Your Replacement

By Jeff NealAug 8, 2019 11:37 AM | Updated: Aug 20, 2019 7:28 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

How likely is artificial intelligence technology to replace federal employees?

Another Proposal to Restrict Official Time by Unions

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 31, 2019 1:17 PM | Updated: Jan 25, 2021 8:52 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

A new bill in the House would eliminate use of official time by federal employee unions.

Witness Collaboration in Arbitration

FedSmith.com author Robert DietrichBy Robert DietrichJul 29, 2019 11:44 AM | Updated: Aug 12, 2019 7:20 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Mediator reviews case records as he sits at a desk with a gavel next to him on the desk while another businessman sits across from him with his hands clasped as he listens

Avoiding collusion between witnesses in a hearing is important. Here are suggestions for preparing a case.

DOJ Asks for Immediate Enforcement of LR Executive Orders

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 24, 2019 11:24 AM | Updated: Aug 6, 2019 4:37 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Wooden judge's gavel pictured on a desk in the foreground with a judge in a black robe reading a legal document in the background

DOJ has requested that the Court of Appeals allow immediate enforcement of Executive Orders on labor relations.

Supreme Court Decision, Union Dues and Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 19, 2019 12:20 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Spread of $100 bills underneath a judge's gavel lying on a wooden surface

The FLRA is soliciting comments on an issue involving revocation of union dues for federal employees.

Appeals Court Allows Trump Executive Orders On Labor Relations To Go In Effect. What Happens Next?

By Jeff NealJul 17, 2019 3:44 PM | Updated: Jul 30, 2019 8:13 AM Categories Court Cases, Human Resources Leave a comment
Image of gavel beside desk sign that says 'labor law'

An appeals court recently overturned a decision on several executive orders impacting labor relations. What happens now?

OPM Suggests Teleworking to Beat the Summer Heat

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 17, 2019 9:00 AM | Updated: Jul 30, 2019 8:13 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Washington, DC area is under a heat advisory, and OPM is reminding agencies of workplace flexibilities to help employees beat the heat.

Is it Time to Leave Government?

By Jeff NealJul 15, 2019 3:25 PM | Updated: Jul 25, 2019 12:02 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Businesswoman carrying a box of her personal belongings out of an office with a form clearly labeled 'resignation' showing in the forefront of the box contents

Is now a good time to leave your government job? The author says the answer depends on many things.

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