§ 18-217. Expression of personal view, argument, opinion, or statement

MD Pub Util Code § 18-217 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    This section applies to the expression of any personal view, argument, or opinion or the making of any personal statement that:

(1)    (i)    publicizes the fact of a representational election and encourages employees to exercise their right to vote in the election;

(ii)    corrects the record with respect to any false or misleading statement made by any person; or

(iii)    informs employees of the Commission’s policy relating to labor–management relations and representation;

(2)    does not contain a threat of reprisal, force, or promise of benefit; and

(3)    is not made under coercive conditions.

(b)    The expression of any personal view, argument, opinion, or statement described in subsection (a) of this section does not constitute:

(1)    an unfair labor practice under the provisions of this subtitle; or

(2)    grounds for setting aside any election conducted under this subtitle.