Federal Labor Relations Authority – Boston, MA

Protecting Federal Labor Rights

Boston Regional Office

The Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) Boston Regional Office is located in the Tip O’Neill Federal Building on Causeway Street. As an independent administrative federal agency, the FLRA administers the labor-management relations program for non-postal federal employees worldwide. The Boston office handles unfair labor practice representation cases and arbitration appeals for federal agencies and unions throughout New England.

• Elections: The FLRA supervises or conducts secret ballot elections to determine if employees wish to be represented by a labor union.
• Dispute Resolution: The office provides services to resolve unfair labor practice complaints and assists in negotiating collective bargaining agreements.
• Training: Staff provide training to federal agencies and unions on their rights and responsibilities under the Federal Service Labor-Management Relations Statute.

Location and Access

Visitors to the Tip O’Neill Federal Building must undergo strict security screening. Valid government-issued photo identification is required for entry, and all bags are subject to x-ray inspection. The building is adjacent to TD Garden and North Station, making it highly accessible via public transportation.