A Standard Clause that can be included in a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) to provide a contractual basis for the union's status as bargaining representative and define the scope of the CBA's application. It is based on the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) but may be used by private sector employers subject to the Railway Labor Act (RLA) or public sector employers. This Standard Clause has integrated drafting notes with important explanations and negotiating tips.