Sec. 174.152. IMPASSE. (a) For purposes of this subchapter, an impasse in the collective bargaining process is considered to have occurred if the parties do not settle in writing each issue in dispute before the 61st day after the date on which the collective bargaining process begins.
(b) The period specified in Subsection (a) may be extended by written agreement of the parties. An extension must be for a definite period not to exceed 15 days.
Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 269, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Matters Affecting Public Officers and Employees
Chapter 174 - Fire and Police Employee Relations
Subchapter E. Mediation; Arbitration
Section 174.153. Request for Arbitration; Agreement to Arbitrate
Section 174.154. Arbitration Board
Section 174.155. Arbitration Hearing
Section 174.156. Scope of Arbitration
Section 174.157. Evidence; Oath; Subpoena
Section 174.158. Arbitration Award
Section 174.159. Effect of Award
Section 174.160. Amendment of Award
Section 174.161. Beginning of New Fiscal Year
Section 174.162. Extension of Period
Section 174.163. Compulsory Arbitration Not Required
Section 174.164. Compensation of Arbitrators; Expenses of Arbitration