What happens after authorization cards are filed with National Labor Relations Board?
The NLRB verifies signatures from employees in the proposed bargaining unit by comparing the signed authorization cards to a list of employees (usually payroll records) supplied by the company. After determining the submitted cards represent a sufficient showing of interest from employees, the NLRB asks the union and company if they want to stipulate (agree) to an election. However, if the Employer disputes the composition of the bargaining unit, the NLRB proceeds to a hearing to determine whether the petitioned is for an appropriate bargaining unit. Once the NLRB determines the bargaining unit, a secret-ballot election is scheduled and conducted by the NLRB.
