Tag: Labor Relations
Dramatic Decrease in Official Time at VA
The VA is successfully implementing recent executive orders to restrict the use of official time and free office space previously used by unions.
Federal Employees, Safety and Unions
Federal employee unions are highlighting their conditions that “must be met” before employees return to work. Federal employees should exercise caution though.
Zipper Clauses, Unions and Lawsuits
FLRA is seeking comments on whether a “zipper clause” is a required bargaining topic; AFGE has sued FLRA and FSIP seeking Senate confirmation of FSIP members.
Should Federal Union Officials Be Paid to Lobby Congress?
FLRA is seeking comments on a proposed rule to restrict use of official time by union representatives to lobby Congress.
Federal Employees and Union Dues
The FLRA is issuing a proposed rule to allow federal employees to more easily cancel a union dues withholding allotment. Comments are due by April 9, 2020.
House Passes TSA Collective Bargaining Bill
The House passed legislation Thursday aimed at expanding worker protections for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers to put them on par with other federal employees.
Will DoD Restrict Unions for National Security Reasons?
A Federal Register notice authorizes removing employees from coverage by the labor relations statute when unions are not compatible with the mission of DoD.
Rewarding High Performers and Chopping Benefits
OPM has released its proposed legislative changes impacting pay and benefits for the federal workforce. Here is a summary.
Federal Employees and Canceling Union Dues
The FLRA has issued a decision overturning a long-standing restriction that made it more difficult to cancel union dues payments.
FLRA Extends Comment Period on Proposed Regulations
The FLRA has extended time for public comments to proposed regulatory changes on federal labor relations issues.
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