2. How many agreements are in the file for each bargaining unit?

That varies. Our aim is to keep only those that cover the last 10 years. However, with newer bargaining units, we may have less than 10 years.

3. Why do you collect these agreements?

The Labor-Management Relations Act of 1947, Section 211 (a), specifies that BLS will maintain a file of agreements "(f)or the guidance and information of interested representatives of employers, employees, and the general public . . . ."

4. Where can I get information on union membership?

Click here to view the union membership news release elsewhere on this Web site.

5. Where can I get LM 1 - 4 union/management reporting forms or union constitutions and by-laws?

The LM forms and other information can be obtained at the Public Disclosure Office of the U.S. Dept. of Labor. Telephone (202) 693-0125.

6. Where can I get data on work stoppages idling less than 1,000 workers?

Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service. Telephone (202) 606-5444.

7. Where can I get information on union election results and unfair labor practice complaints?

National Labor Relations Board. Telephone (202) 273-1991.

8. Where can I get prevailing wage data under the Davis-Bacon Act?

Branch of Construction Wage Determinations, U.S. Dept. of Labor. Telephone (202) 693-0086.

Last Modified Date: November 26, 2002

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