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The authority of Job Stewards and alternates so designated by the Local Union shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the following duties and activities:\n(a) The investigation and presentation of grievances with the Employer or the designated company representative in accordance with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement:\n(b) The collection of dues when authorized by appropriate Local Union action; and\n(c) The transmission of such messages and information, which shall originate with, and are authorized by the Local Union or its officers, provided such messages and information:\n(1) have been reduced to writing; or\n(2) if not reduced to writing, are of a routine nature and do not involve work stoppages, slowdowns, refusal to handle goods, or any other interference with the Employer's business. Job Stewards and alternates have no authority to take strike action or any other action interrupting the Employer's business, except as authorized by official action of the Local Union. The Employer recognizes these limitations upon the authorized Job Stewards and their alternates, and shall not hold the Union liable for any unauthorized acts. The Employer in so recognizing such limitations shall have the authority to impose proper, nondiscriminatory discipline, including discharge. However, in the event the Job \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 or the designated alternate has led, or instigated or encouraged unauthorized strike action, slowdown or work stoppages in violation of this Agreement he/she may be singled out for more serious discipline, up to and including discharge. Stewards and/or alternate stewards shall not be subject to discipline for performing any of the duties within the scope of their authority as defined in this Section, in the manner permitted by this Section. Recognizing the importance of the role of the Union \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 in resolving problems or disputes between the Employer and its employees, the Employer reaffirms its commitment to the active involvement of union stewards in such processes in accordance with the terms of this Article. The Job \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587 or the designated alternate shall be permitted reasonable time to investigate, present and process grievances on the Company's property without interruption of the Employer's operation. 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The Employer shall not deny a State employee the right to represent another employee simply because his/her name does not appear on a stewards list. Designated stewards shall be allowed a reasonable amount of duty time without charge to pay or leave to administer the Agreement and otherwise represent employees in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Law (Title 3, State Personnel and Pensions Article), law or regulation. To the extent necessary to participate in hearings and meetings, a designated \u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587\u2587'\u2587 shift shall be adjusted so that such participation shall be on official duty time. 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In practice, this clause may outline the duties of the stewards, such as monitoring compliance, facilitating communication between parties, or making decisions on behalf of a group. By clearly assigning these responsibilities, the clause ensures accountability and smooth administration, helping to prevent disputes and confusion over who is in charge of key tasks."}, "json": true, "cursor": ""}}