Number: RS20883
Title: The Railway Labor Act: Dispute Resolution Procedures and Congressional Authority to Intervene
Authors: Angie A. Welborn, American Law Division 
Abstract: This report provides an overview of the dispute resolution procedures under the Railway Labor Act, including the President's authority to appoint an Emergency Board; and discusses Congress' authority to intervene in railway and airline strikes.
Pages: 5
Date: February 14, 2002