Human Resources
FLRA Likely to Impose Restrictions on Canceling Payment of Union Dues in 2023
The FLRA is proposing to reinstitute restrictions on when union dues payments can be canceled by a federal employee.
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
Can the FLRA General Counsel Seek an Injunction to Stop Violations of the Federal Service Labor Management Relations Statute?
Under what circumstances can the FLRA General Counsel seek an injunction to top Federal Service Labor Management Relations Statute violations?
Human Resources
Labor Relations as a Contact Sport
If you participate in a contact sport, you have to understand the rules and how to play the game. The author says this applies to labor relations as…
Human Resources
Labor Relations Strategic Planning
There are several key steps in developing a strategic plan between labor and management in federal labor relations.
Human Resources
Job Security: Arbitrators Uphold 42% of Federal Employee Dismissals
Federal employees enjoy job security. Do employees fare better with MSPB or arbitration appeals? See results from recent record analysis.
Human Resources
Selecting the Arbitrator: The First Key to Success
The author analyzes a recent Navy case which he says is an example of a conflict of interest on the part of the arbitrator due to a union…
Human Resources
Covered By is Alive and Well
The author says that the concept of "covered by" in bargaining is here to stay.
Human Resources
How Important is the Selection of the Members of a Collective Bargaining Team?
It is important for bargaining teams to be chosen properly. These are some guidelines for selecting bargaining team members.
Human Resources
Procedures and Appropriate Arrangements Bargaining
Procedures and appropriate arrangements are the replacement for impact and implementation bargaining. What are they and where do they come from?
Human Resources
FLRA Control Returns to Democrats After Senate Confirms Biden Nominee
The Senate has confirmed the nomination of a new Member of the FLRA. Her confirmation returns control of the agency to Democrats.