Restore collective bargaining for Federal employees?

Awaiting Vote
Bill Summary

The Protect America's Workforce Act nullifies the Executive Order titled Exclusions from Federal Labor-Management Relations Programs, which excludes certain federal agencies from federal labor-management relations programs. By doing so, it restores federal employees’ collective bargaining rights under the Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statute. The bill also ensures that any collective bargaining agreements in effect as of March 26, 2025, remain fully valid and enforceable for the duration of their original terms. Sponsor: Rep. Jared Golden (Democrat, Maine, District 2)
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Opponents say

•     At the time of research and publication, no official opposing statements have been identified.  This does not mean that nobody opposes the bill, nor does it mean that opposing statements will not be made in the future.  

Proponents say

•    "President Trump said ending collective bargaining was about protecting our national defense. But in my District, many affected workers build our warships and care for our veterans. These workers make our country safer and stronger every day. America did not vote to silence these workers, but this bill gives all of us a chance to restore their voices... If the majority we built over the past few months sticks together, we can overturn this union-busting executive order, and we can show America that this body will protect workers' rights" Source: Rep. Jared Golden (Democrat, Maine, District 2)


•     "Today’s vote is a reminder of what this House can accomplish when we honor its purpose and allow the people’s will to move forward. A bipartisan majority affirmed that protecting America’s security and respecting America’s workers are not competing priorities — they are inseparable. Federal workers, many of whom are veterans, are the backbone of our public service. When they have a voice in the decisions that shape their work, our government is more stable, more capable, and better prepared to serve the American people. I’m proud to work alongside Congressman Golden in leading this bipartisan effort. Tomorrow, let’s carry this unity across the finish line, and restore the rights that keep our federal workforce — and the nation they serve — strong." Source: Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (Republican, Pennsylvania, District 1)