S 844
Faster Labor Contracts Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:44 AM
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Bill overview
The Faster Labor Contracts Act aims to speed up the process of establishing initial collective bargaining agreements between employers and labor unions. It modifies the National Labor Relations Act to require employers to begin bargaining within 10 days of receiving a request from a newly certified union and encourages the use of mediation and, if necessary, arbitration to resolve disputes. The bill also directs the GAO to report on the average time it takes to finalize these contracts after union certification. This legislation seeks to reduce delays in contract negotiations, benefiting workers and potentially leveling the playing field between employers and unions.
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