Category Archives: Regulations

BARGAINING OVER KITCHEN FACILITIES The Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (CBCA) posted a recent decision that should be copied into whatever file the union’s negotiators keep to prepare for the next round of bargaining.  In the Matter of Harry John … Continue reading

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GRIEVING NON-SELECTION FOR PROMOTION (Pt. 4 – Regs) At this point, the union has built a grievance that levels allegations of contract violations, probably a discrimination charge, and perhaps a ULP.  But there is at least one more claim it … Continue reading

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PART-TIMERS OWED BACKPAY On August 23, 2011, OPM issued final regulations implementing a court decision requiring the payment of Sunday premium pay to part-time employees, as well as to full-time employees.  The decision was Fathauer v. United States. 

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WHAT IS A CBCA APPEAL? Maybe the better questions are what is a CBCA and why should union leaders care?

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