Sec. 174.159. EFFECT OF AWARD. If a majority decision of an arbitration board is supported by competent, material, and substantial evidence on the whole record, the decision:
(1) is final and binding on the parties; and
(2) may be enforced by either party or the arbitration board in a district court for the judicial district in which a majority of the affected employees reside.
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