On August 28, 2025, the President of the United States issued an order to amend the exclusions from the Federal Labor-Management Relations Program. This order designates various agencies, including those involved in intelligence, counterintelligence, and national security, as exempt from specific labor-management regulations due to their primary functions. Notably, it includes units within the Bureau of Reclamation, agencies of the Department of Commerce, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration among the excluded entities under the revised regulations.

The order also extends the deadline for orders published by the Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs, allowing any such orders issued within 15 days of this announcement to take effect, irrespective of previous provisions that might have restricted their implementation. Furthermore, it includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the order is deemed invalid, the remaining sections will still be enforceable. The general provisions section clarifies that the order does not create enforceable rights or benefits against the United States or its entities, highlighting its legal framework.

This action reflects the administration’s ongoing commitment to national security priorities and its intent to streamline operations within specific federal agencies. By delineating these exceptions, the White House aims to ensure that critical national security functions can continue without the limitations that may arise from federal labor-management relations. The order underscores the balance between maintaining effective governance and addressing the unique needs of agencies engaged in national security and intelligence operations.

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