Sec. 174.156. SCOPE OF ARBITRATION. (a) The issues to be arbitrated are all matters the parties are unable to resolve through collective bargaining and mediation procedures required by this chapter.
(b) An arbitration board shall render an award in accordance with the requirements of Section 174.021. In settling disputes relating to compensation, hours, and other conditions of employment, the board shall consider:
(1) hazards of employment;
(2) physical qualifications;
(3) educational qualifications;
(4) mental qualifications;
(5) job training;
(6) skills; and
(7) other factors.
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