
On Feb. 14, 2025, the Acting General Counsel (GC) of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a memorandum rescinding several policies issued by the previous NLRB GC, including memorandums addressing severance and non-compete agreements, captive audience bans, and the rights of student-athletes under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
Background – GC memorandums are not binding law; however, they inform NLRB field offices of the GC’s NLRA enforcement priorities. These memorandums are essential resources for employers, offering guidance on how the board interprets and applies federal labor law in various situations.
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