FLRA’s New Union Dues Rule Faces Legal Test: Right Policy, Wrong Process?
A new FLRA rule eases canceling union dues. Unions dislike it and may win in court if judges find the agency violated APA rulemaking.
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FLRA’s Power Shift: Faster Decisions, Political Control, and Nationwide Union Bargaining Units
A new FLRA regulation speeds up decisions but shifts power to political appointees—raising stakes for large nationwide bargaining units that preserve union security and stability.
Appeals Court Upholds Trump Executive Order Restricting Collective Bargaining
Federal employee unions sued to stop an executive order excluding them on security grounds; brief wins faded as appeals stalled collective bargaining.
OPM’s Bold Move: Canceling Federal Union Contracts to Boost National Security
New OPM guidance accelerates union contract changes, aiming for a more flexible, accountable federal workforce despite ongoing litigation.
Breaking the Bureaucracy: Trump’s War on Federal Employee Unions
“[B]loat, bureaucracy and a fixed mindset” underlies removing the impact of federal employee unions. Here is what is happening and likely outcomes.
Trump EO 14251: The Unions Are Scoreless and Still Looking for a Hit
Unions struggle with legal battles against President Trump’s Executive Order, facing court losses. Can their next move shift the tide?
Scott Kupor: New Directions at OPM with Blog Posts Citing Philosophy and Direction
OPM Director Scott Kupor communicates directly with federal employees in his blog. It reflects his view of government and points to coming changes. Here is a summary.
Court of Appeals Overturns Stay of Executive Order Banning Unions Based on National Security Concerns
A new Court of Appeals decision has been issued allowing temporary implementation of the Executive Order banning unions. Will federal unions survive?
“It’s Going to Be Devastating”: Court OKs Trump Order Impacting Federal Union Dues and Bargaining Power
An appeals court halts an injunction on an executive order limiting federal unions, restricting dues withholding and bargaining power for national security.
National Security and Federal Employee Unions: The Battle to Restrict Unions Continues
A State Department union challenged the Executive Order restricting union involvement in State and USAID. The decision upheld an injunction against the Order.
