(a) Investigations.--The civil service board shall have the power to conduct investigations concerning all matters relating to the administration and enforcement of its rules and regulations. The chairperson shall be authorized to administer oaths and affirmations for witnesses testifying in matters before the board.
(b) Subpoenas.--The civil service board shall have the power to issue subpoenas over the signature of the chairperson or designee and to require the attendance of witnesses and the production of records and papers pertaining to matters before the board, including any background investigation conducted pursuant to any applicable rules and regulations.
Structure Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes
Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes
Section 14401 - Examinations required of all appointees
Section 14402 - Appointment of civil service board
Section 14402.1 - Existing civil service positions
Section 14403 - Civil service board and quorum
Section 14403.1 - Alternate board members
Section 14403.2 - Investigations and subpoenas
Section 14404 - Rules, regulations and examinations
Section 14404.1 - Physical and psychological medical examinations
Section 14405.1 - Veterans' preference
Section 14406 - Selection of appointee from certified list of applicants
Section 14407 - Tenure and temporary appointments
Section 14408 - Suspension, discharge and discipline, reduction of employees and appeals