Human Resources
Labor Law and Labor Relations
The author says that to be successful in federal labor relations, you must know both the law and the relationship between labor and management.
Labor Relations
Stay informed on the latest developments in federal labor relations, including updates on collective bargaining, union negotiations, FLRA decisions, labor‑management disputes, and federal workforce policies that shape the rights and responsibilities of federal employees. Find news and analysis on AFGE, NTEU and other federal unions, bargaining agreements, workplace rules, and major actions affecting labor relations across federal agencies. Find clear insights into how evolving labor policies impact the federal workforce and agency operations.
Human Resources
Dealing with FLRA’s CADRO: Keep Your Hand on Your Wallet!
The FLRA recently announced the reestablishment of CADRO. The author advises proceeding carefully when dealing with this office.
Human Resources
OPM Guidance: Expanding Role of Unions, Restricting Removal Procedures
OPM has issued guidance to restrict implementing Trump administration Executive Orders.
Leadership
Credibility – Who’s Telling the Truth?
How can you tell when somebody is telling the truth? The author shares some advice from his extensive legal career.
Human Resources
Back to Imposing Interest Based Bargaining… Really?
Can interest based bargaining ultimately be successful in the federal sector?
Human Resources
Biden Revokes EO Damaging Federal Employee Unions
President Biden revoked an Executive Order granting authority to exclude DoD agencies from the labor relations statute.
Human Resources
$163 Million+ Supporting Federal Employee Unions in FY 2019
The total cost to the federal government supporting federal employee unions was more than $163 million in fiscal year 2019.
Human Resources
Is Keeping Bargaining History Notes Worth the Effort?
Why should bargaining notes be used in federal labor relations?
Human Resources
President Biden: Are We Committed to Repeat Past Failed Policies in Labor Relations?
The author says the Biden administration appears to be reverting to past labor relations practices. Will it work better this time?
Human Resources
Can Federal Unions Bargain Over Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccinations?
What would a mandatory vaccination for federal employees mean in terms of labor relations?