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

   (a) Applicability of section. -- 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) Effect. -- 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.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 29, § 11.5-114; 2010, ch. 37, § 3.