Parties using the FLRA’s eFiling system may consent to e-mail service such documents. Image: Eviart/Shutterstock.com
By: FEDweek StaffThe FLRA has expanded options for electronic communications to agencies and unions involved in disputes before it, in response to what it called “numerous party requests for e-mail service of such documents, particularly due to an increase in telework and remote work by party practitioners.”
While the FLRA has allowed electronic filing of cases for years, the FLRA’s rules have required mailing of documents it sends to the parties, including notices, orders and decisions, said a July 10 Federal Register notice. However, it said there have been “many instances” of delays that have cut into the time that recipients are given to respond.
“Allowing parties to opt for e-mail service of Authority documents would avoid that problem and thereby improve customer service. In addition, preparing and mailing paper copies of Authority documents to parties imposes significant costs on the Authority in terms of staff time, supplies, and equipment maintenance. Making e-mail service a recognized, official method of service would also reduce or eliminate these costs,” it said.
Under a change effective as of that date, parties using the FLRA’s eFiling system may consent to e-mail service such documents. In that case the date of the email will be the date of service for deadlines for responses.
The notice stressed that the option applies only to documents issued by the FLRA’s office of case intake and publication in cases pending before the FLRA’s members, and not to documents issued in cases pending before other FLRA offices or components, such as the office of administrative law judges or the office of the general counsel.
Key Bills Advancing, but No Path to Avoid Shutdown Apparent
TSP Adds Detail to Upcoming Roth Conversion Feature
White House to Issue Rules on RIF, Disciplinary Policy Changes
DoD Announces Civilian Volunteer Detail in Support of Immigration Enforcement
See also,
How Do Age and Years of Service Impact My Federal Retirement
The Best Ages for Federal Employees to Retire
How to Challenge a Federal Reduction in Force (RIF) in 2025
Should I be Shooting for a $1M TSP Balance? Depends…
