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Labor Relations

Explore the intricacies of federal labor relations through our curated collection of articles. Delve into the dynamics of labor relations for federal employees and gain valuable insights into the roles of federal unions and the complexities of collective bargaining in the federal sector.

Does OPM’s New Guidance Put an End to Telework?

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 3, 2025 6:08 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
laptop on a coffee table in front of a couch with the words 'work from home' displayed on the screen; a window with a city skyline is pictured in the background

OPM has issued guidance to federal agencies on the use of telework with a union contract in place.

Trump Memo Attacks, Restricts Labor Agreements on Telework

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 1, 2025 10:58 AM | Updated: Feb 2, 2025 7:08 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Binders labeled 'regulations' and 'policies', respectively, on a desk with a document and pen in front of them

President Trump has issued a memo that places further restrictions on telework.

Senator Joni Ernst and OPM: The Deep State Fights Back on Telework

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 23, 2024 7:05 AM | Updated: Dec 26, 2024 2:24 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Senator Joni Ernst is urging OPM to stop agencies from including labor agreements that may hinder workforce changes proposed by Trump administration, including telework.

Canceling Union Dues Withholding May Require Going to Court

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 5, 2024 8:25 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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The FLRA may revert to more restrictions on canceling union dues. How difficult can it be to cancel? In this case, a federal employee went to court and is still trying about 3 years later.

Legislation Would Abolish Official Time

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 13, 2024 2:01 PM | Updated: Jun 9, 2025 1:00 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Legislation proposes to eliminate federal employees’ use of official time.

How RTO Mandates are Fueling Federal Worker Unionism

FedSmith.com author Gleb TsipurskyBy Gleb TsipurskyJul 24, 2024 2:57 PM | Updated: Jun 11, 2025 5:02 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Return-to-office requirements are driving unionization efforts among some federal employees.

FLRA Again Has Full Membership

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 15, 2024 6:55 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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With the confirmation of Anne Wagner, the FLRA will have a full complement. Decisions on pending cases will begin to emerge with a majority of Democrat nominees in place.

FLRA Leadership Vacancies Continue But There is Progress

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithApr 22, 2024 12:09 PM | Updated: Jan 13, 2025 5:20 PM Categories Agency News, Human Resources Leave a comment

The leadership of the FLRA has struggled with vacancies. Two nominations may emerge from the Senate after a recent hearing. The General Counsel position remains vacant.

Is 100% Official Time Really Necessary?

FedSmith.com author Darryl RobertsBy Darryl RobertsFeb 13, 2024 2:40 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says that restrictions on official time may be a good thing.

Union Ratification and the Labor Statute: Does the Union Really Have a Statutory Right to Ratification?

FedSmith.com author Darryl RobertsBy Darryl RobertsOct 30, 2023 2:03 PM | Updated: Nov 16, 2023 2:30 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Do unions have a right to ratification under the federal labor relations statute?

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