The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), enacted in 1935, is a key piece of U.S. legislation that protects the rights of employees and employers. It establishes the legal framework for collective bargaining and aims to ensure fair labor practices. The NLRA allows workers to form, join, or assist labor organizations and engage in collective activities for mutual aid or protection. The Act also created the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), an independent federal agency responsible for enforcing the NLRA. The NLRB oversees union elections, investigates unfair labor practices, and ensures that workers' rights are upheld in the workplace.