Wednesday, July 29, 2026

The Plain Record

Neutral daily news — clear headlines, complete facts.

← Legislation Tracker

H.R. 5408

House

Faster Labor Contracts Act

Sponsor: Not specified

Introduced

The bill has been introduced and is awaiting committee action.

In brief

This bill amends the National Labor Relations Act to expedite the process for certifying labor unions and finalizing collective bargaining agreements. It imposes new deadlines for employers and unions to reach an initial contract and authorizes federal mediators to intervene if those deadlines are missed. The bill applies to private-sector employers and labor organizations nationwide. It was introduced in the 119th Congress and was a most-viewed bill in mid-June 2026.

Timeline

Every recorded action, oldest first.

  1. June 14, 2026 · House

    Introduced

    The bill aims to shorten the time required for labor contract negotiations and union certifications. It was the eighth most-viewed bill for the week of June 14, 2026.

    Next: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

    Source