Human Resources
Bill Seeks to Give Full Collective Bargaining Rights to TSA Officers
Legislation has recently been reintroduced to give TSA officers full collective bargaining rights.
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.
Pay & Benefits
Unions, Tax Returns and the Shutdown
The IRS is recalling additional employees back to work to process tax returns. The union agreement may provide a basis for not returning to work until the shutdown…
Human Resources
No More Union at the FLRA
The FLRA Chairman has eliminated recognition of a union of agency employees based on requirements of the Civil Service Reform Act.
Human Resources
Decision Over-Turning Executive Orders Goes to Next Level Court
A District Court decision overturning major provisions of three Executive Orders has been appealed. Here is a summary of the arguments made by Justice Department.
Agency News
Task Force Recommends No More Pay Bargaining for USPS
The Postal Service Task Force suggests changes such as reforming pay and adding new revenue streams to shore up the agency's ailing finances.
Human Resources
New Federal Labor Relations Guidance: Back to the Future?
OPM has issued new guidance for agencies on reporting labor relations information.
Human Resources
Unions Sue VA Over Official Time Restrictions
Federal employee unions have filed a lawsuit against the VA over restrictions the agency placed on the use of official time.
Human Resources
VA Restricting Salary to Federal Employees Representing Unions
OPM issues new guidance to agencies and the VA cuts of use of official time for medical professionals to focus on "putting veterans first."
Human Resources
EO Decision Provides a Look into Judge’s Far-Left Philosophy of Collective Bargaining
The author says a recent ruling on President Trump's executive orders reflects a theory of collective bargaining that is extreme.
Court Cases
DOJ Appeals Initial Decision on Executive Orders
The Department of Justice is seeking an expedited resolution in its appeal of an initial decision overturning major provisions of 3 Executive Orders.