Labor & Employment

NMB Proposed Rule on Representation Procedures and Rulemaking Authority

The National Mediation Board (NMB) is proposing rule changes related to the decertification of representatives and is holding a public hearing on March 28, 2019, to solicit views. Interested parties must register to attend or present by March 22, 2019.

National Mediation Board Performance Review Board Appointments

The National Mediation Board (NMB) has announced the appointment of individuals to its Performance Review Board (PRB). The PRB is responsible for annually reviewing and evaluating performance appraisal documents for Senior Executive Service (SES) members.

National Mediation Board Final Rule on Decertification

The National Mediation Board (NMB) has issued a final rule amending its regulations to establish a straightforward procedure for the decertification of representatives under the Railway Labor Act. This rule aims to protect employees' rights to choose or reject representation and ensures each employee has a voice in their representative.

National Mediation Board Final Rule on Employee Ethical Conduct

The National Mediation Board (NMB) has issued a final rule supplementing executive branch-wide Standards of Ethical Conduct. This rule requires NMB employees to obtain approval before engaging in outside employment. The rule is effective May 29, 2019.

National Mediation Board proposes rule on decertification of representatives

The National Mediation Board (NMB) has proposed a new rule to simplify the process for employees to decertify their representatives under the Railway Labor Act. This proposal aims to protect employees' right to select their representatives and remove unnecessary hurdles. Comments are due by April 1, 2019.

OSHA Expands Recognition for TUV Rheinland of North America

OSHA has issued a final notice expanding the scope of recognition for TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc. (TUVRNA) as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This expansion adds one test standard to TUVRNA's recognized capabilities, effective March 11, 2026.

OSHA Notice: DEKRA Certification Scope Expansion

OSHA has issued a notice announcing the final decision to expand the scope of recognition for DEKRA Certification Inc. as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This expansion includes the addition of nine test standards to DEKRA's recognized scope, effective March 11, 2026.

OSHA ACCSH Member Appointments and Meeting Notice

OSHA announces the appointment of nine members to the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH) effective February 6, 2026. The notice also schedules the next ACCSH meeting for March 31 and April 1, 2026, and sets a comment deadline of March 20, 2026.

OSHA Notice: FM Approvals LLC Recognition Expansion

OSHA has issued a notice announcing the final decision to expand the scope of recognition for FM Approvals LLC as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This expansion includes adding one test standard to the NRTL Program's List of Appropriate Test Standards.

OSHA Expands Recognition for Bay Area Compliance Laboratories

OSHA has issued a final notice announcing the expansion of the scope of recognition for Bay Area Compliance Laboratories (BACL) as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This expansion adds three test standards to BACL's recognized scope, effective March 11, 2026.