§ 16-401
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§16–401.
(a)In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(1)“Adversely affect” means to:
(i)eliminate more than two employee positions assigned to perform bargaining unit work if the positions are:
1. authorized;
2. fully funded; and
3. A. vacant for less than 90 days; or
B. occupied at the time the Commission solicits a service contract; or
(ii)permanently and involuntarily reduce:
1. below the number of hours for regular full–time employment for more than five employees currently assigned to a regular full–time work schedule to perform bargaining unit work when the Commission solicits a service contract;
2. the pay grade for more than five employees currently assigned to a regular full–time work schedule to perform bargaining unit work when the Commission solicits a service contract; or
3. the base pay or fringe benefits otherwise applicable to a job classification covering more than five employees currently assigned on a full–time basis to perform bargaining unit work when the Commission solicits a service contract.
(2)“Adversely affect” does not include an action the Commission takes in accordance with:
(i)a bona fide disciplinary proceeding;
(ii)an applicable collective bargaining agreement in accordance with Subtitle 2 of this title; or
(iii)a reallocation or reassignment to another bargaining unit work or other duties that does not result in a change in job classification or grade.
(c)“Bargaining unit work” means work duties assigned or allocated to a position occupied within the preceding 90 days by an employee who is represented by a certified representative.
(d)“Certified representative” means an employee organization certified as an exclusive representative in accordance with Subtitle 2 of this title.
(e)“Secretary–treasurer” means the secretary–treasurer of the Commission.
(f)“Service contract” means a procurement contract for services that will be provided to the Commission.