Human Resources
The Biden Executive Order and Section 7106 (b) (1) Bargaining
Labor relations under the Biden administration is changing. What does this mean for bargaining on permissive topics?
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
Has the White House Directed a Massive Change in the Scope of Federal Bargaining?
What impact is the Biden administration likely to have on federal labor relations?
Human Resources
Biden Administration to Replace Impasse Panel Members
The Biden administration is replacing members of the FSIP after complaints and lawsuits by unions opposed to recent FSIP decisions.
Agency News
Leadership Changes at the FLRA
President Biden has appointed a new FLRA Chairman. Here is the current leadership line-up at the agency.
Human Resources
White House Revoking Executive Orders Restricting Unions and Schedule F
The Biden administration is revoking previous EO's imposing more restrictions on federal unions and stressing performance over seniority for federal workers.
Human Resources
Do We Really Need Formal Discussions?
The author discusses the great amount of litigation over the definition of formal discussions in federal labor relations.
Human Resources
EEOC Approves Restricting Time for Federal Unions
EEOC has issued a final rule restricting use of official time by unions in the federal EEO process.
Human Resources
Should You Do A Labor Relations Assessment?
What is the value of a labor relations assessment and what goes into conducting one?
Human Resources
Will There Be a Return to Pre-Decisional Involvement in a New Administration?
What is pre-decisional involvement and how can it be used successfully in federal labor relations?
Human Resources
What Could Collaborative Labor Management Relations Look Like in the New Administration?
The author discusses what changes to collaborative labor relations can be expected under a Biden administration.