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Becker Nomination Back in Senate's Hands

By Michael W. Fox, Esq.

As had been widely reported would happen, the President has re-nominated Craig Becker to be a member of the National Labor Relations Board. Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate | The White House In light of Tuesday's election results it will be interesting to see what happens.

Although getting a controversial nominee through Congress is not easy, and Becker is clearly controversial, it still remains easier than passing legislation such as EFCA or health care. I would not be surprised to see the White House looking harder at ways to accomplish their goals that do not require Congressional action, such as regulations and executive orders. Although they have to get their nominees confirmed for regulations to occur, it may well be they begin using some of their political capital on the confirmation process rather than new legislation.

Hat tip to Jeff Hirsch at Workplace Prof Blog who somehow managed to take time away from the other UT's athletic turmoil to keep us informed of this development, Becker Renominated. (and he hat tipped Justin Keith).

As Professor Hirsch correctly points out: "Let the fun begin ... again.

Full post as published by Jottings By An Employer's Lawyer on January 22, 2010 (boomark / email).