4 CFR § 7.1 - Labor management relations.

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# 7.1 Labor management relations.

(a) *Policy.* Each employee of GAO has the right, freely and without fear of penalty or reprisal, to form, join, or assist an employee organization, or to refrain from such activity.

(b) *Labor relations program.* A labor relations program consistent with chapter 71 of title 5, United States Code will be developed for the Government Accountability Office.