The 2023 Master Agreement includes revisions to Article 23 that aim to help modernize and improve the VA's hiring procedures. The Employer recognizes that the Union is the exclusive representative of those employees in the consolidated unit defined in Appendix I of this Agreement.Illinois (Employer or VA). Section 5 – Telework Program Agreement. A. Prior to participating in the Telework Program, employees will be required to complete VA. Form 0740. ✓ What is a collective bargaining agreement (CBA)?. ✓ What topics are covered in the. CBA? The Assistant Secretary also serves as the Department's Chief Human Capital. In accordance with a provision of the Master Agreement between VA and the Union.