The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Friday moved to de-recognize labor union representation for staffers at multiple subagencies and offices, claiming the action is “removing unnecessary obstacles to mission-critical work.”
HHS is de-recognizing representation within several offices represented by the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU); American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE); National Alliance of Postal and Federal Employees (NAPFE); and the United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW).
“This action ensures that HHS resources and personnel are fully focused on safeguarding the health and security of the American people,” HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon said in a statement.
“By implementing President Trump’s Executive Order 14251, HHS is removing unnecessary obstacles to mission-critical work and space previously used for union activities. This change strengthens our ability to respond rapidly to public health threats, advance national security, and deliver results for the American taxpayer,” he added.
Impacted offices within HHS include the Office of the Secretary, Office of the General Counsel, the Food and Drug Administration, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Office of Refugee Resettlement and the Administration for Children and Families.
