Legal Definitions - National Mediation Board

The National Mediation Board (NMB) is a federal agency that helps resolve disputes between labor and management in the airline and railroad industries. It was created in 1934 by the Railway Labor Act to prevent disruptions in transportation services.

The NMB provides mediation services to help both sides come to an agreement. It also provides administrative and financial support to help resolve grievances in the railroad industry.

For example, if airline workers and management cannot agree on a new contract, they may ask the NMB to mediate the dispute. The NMB would work with both sides to find a solution that is acceptable to both parties.

The NMB plays an important role in ensuring that transportation services continue to operate smoothly, even when there are disagreements between labor and management.