Back to the Future: Labor Relations in Government Today
How will the new Executive Orders from the Trump administration impact labor relations in the federal government? Here is one perspective.
Human Resources
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.
Making Better Use of the Probationary Period
The MSPB has found that the probationary period is not extensively used, but there are steps agencies can take to utilize it more effectively.
OPM Guidance on Labor and Employee Relations Executive Orders
OPM has issued guidance on President Trump’s recent Executive Orders impacting the federal workforce.
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Expedited VA Employee Removal Procedures
Recently introduced legislation would undo the expedited removal procedures recently enacted through law for federal employees at the VA.
OSC Files Hatch Act Complaint Against Immigration Judge
The Office of Special Counsel has filed a Hatch Act complaint against an immigration judge over an incident that allegedly took place around the 2016 election.
Will the New Supreme Court Decision Impact Federal Employees?
What impact will there be on federal employees from the Supreme Court decision that says government employees can no longer be forced to pay fees to a union?
Lawmakers Want ED to Resume Bargaining with AFGE
Two Congressmen are seeking information from the Education Department regarding its decision to institute a new collective bargaining agreement with AFGE.
Executive Orders & the Force of Law: How Federal Unions’ Suit May Be Doomed
How will lawsuits filed by unions regarding the Executive Order on labor relations fare in court? Here is an analysis.
Senators Want Executive Orders Rescinded
A group of 45 Senate Democrats are asking President Trump to reconsider his executive orders directed at the federal workforce.
Senate Approves $40,000 Buyouts
The Senate has passed its version of the National Defense Authorization Act increasing federal employee buyouts to a maximum of $40,000.
