# Federal Register #2026-21077

FLRA Final Rule Restoring General Counsel Memorandum Language

**Buyer:** Federal Labor Relations Authority
**Posted:** October 15, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-21077

The Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) issued a final rule restoring language about delegated responsibilities in representation cases.
- Government buyer: No procurement buyer is identified; the issuing agency is the FLRA. No sub-agency or office is specified.
- Regulatory action: The rule restores the prior wording of Section I.C. of Appendix B after a court vacated changes to that section.
- Scope: Section I.C. concerns the FLRA General Counsel’s authority and responsibilities, including delegation of representation-case responsibilities to Regional Directors. Changes to Section III remain unaffected.
- Products and services: None requested; this is not a procurement opportunity.
- OEMs and vendors: None mentioned.

### Description

The Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) issues a final rule implementing a court’s vacatur of Section I.C. of an amendment to Appendix B, the memorandum describing the General Counsel’s authority and responsibilities. The rule reinstates Section I.C. as it appeared before the March 2026 amendment took effect. Changes made by that amendment to Section III were not vacated and are not affected. The rule is effective October 15, 2026.

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