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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.

What’s a Past Practice?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiMar 31, 2022 9:51 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

What constitutes a past practice in labor relations? In what cases can a past practice be considered illegal?

Legislation Aims to Address Poorly Performing Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMar 18, 2022 9:32 AM | Updated: Mar 28, 2022 11:18 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

New legislation aims to restore four Trump era executive orders placing restrictions on unions and making it easier to fire federal employees.

AFGE Tackles Legality of FSIP Appointments

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMar 17, 2022 12:18 PM Categories Court Cases, Human Resources Leave a comment

AFGE challenged the authority of the Impasses Panel seeking to overturn a decision issued to resolve a bargaining dispute in HUD.

What You Can and Cannot Say or Do to Union Representatives and Employees in a Bargaining Unit

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiMar 9, 2022 3:29 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

What constitutes protected statements or actions between management and bargaining unit employees?

More Power for Unions: Ketanji Brown Jackson Nominated for Supreme Court

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 25, 2022 11:27 AM Categories Current Events, Human Resources Leave a comment

Ketanji Brown Jackson, a strong union advocate, has been nominated as a Supreme Court justice. Her nomination delights federal employee unions.

Is Using Mediation in Federal Bargaining Useful?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiFeb 18, 2022 11:14 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

How and why is mediation used in federal sector collective bargaining?

Looking at Ketanji Brown Jackson, Possible Supreme Court Nominee and New Decision Impacting Unions

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithFeb 2, 2022 8:56 AM | Updated: Oct 29, 2023 11:58 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A Court of Appeals has overturned an FLRA decision. The court decision was written by Ketanji Brown Jackson, potential Supreme Court nominee.

A Zipper Clause: Why Agencies and Unions Fight Over It

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJan 28, 2022 6:31 PM | Updated: Jan 14, 2025 8:52 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A Court of Appeals has overturned a policy statement from the FLRA on the role of a zipper clause in federal labor relations.

What’s the Status of Your Labor Relations?

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiDec 21, 2021 8:10 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The new administration has brought about significant federal labor relations changes. How will agency bargaining agreements be impacted?

Why a Federal Employee Union Lost its Collective Bargaining Rights in South Korea: Mayonnaise

FedSmith.com author Joe SwerdzewskiBy Joe SwerdzewskiDec 14, 2021 2:48 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Rationing the sale of mayonnaise in South Korea was a factor in a federal union losing representation rights

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