# 5 C.F.R. § 2429.4 (2026): Referral of policy questions to the Authority

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T5_P2429_S2429_4

## Section

- **Citation:** 5 C.F.R. § 2429.4 (2026)
- **Heading:** Referral of policy questions to the Authority
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 5 CFR: Administrative Personnel / Chapter XIV: FEDERAL LABOR RELATIONS AUTHORITY, GENERAL COUNSEL OF THE FEDERAL LABOR RELATIONS AUTHORITY AND FEDERAL SERVICE IMPASSES PANEL / Part 2429: MISCELLANEOUS AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS / Subpart A: Miscellaneous / § 2429.4: § 2429.4   Referral of policy questions to the Authority.

## Text

Notwithstanding the procedures set forth in this subchapter, the General Counsel, the Assistant Secretary, or the Panel may refer for review and decision or general ruling by the Authority any case involving a major policy issue that arises in a proceeding before any of them. Any such referral shall be in writing and a copy of such referral shall be served on all parties to the proceeding. Before decision or general ruling, the Authority shall obtain the views of the parties and other interested persons, orally or in writing, as it deems necessary and appropriate.

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