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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a rule on July 26 that rescinds several Trump-era policies for establishing union representation. The rule, which is set to take effect September 30, is expected to make it harder for employees to challenge unions in their workplaces.
‘Blocking charge’ policy allows for decertification delays. If employees decide they no longer want to be represented by a union, they can move to decertify the union through an election. When this happens, it’s not uncommon for unions to file a “blocking charge,” alleging an unfair labor practice—a tactic that, prior to 2020, could help delay