HR 2977 · 104th Congress · Government Operations and Politics
Administrative Dispute Resolution Act of 1995
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EnactedLatest: For Further Action See H.R.4194.(1996-09-26)
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Administrative Dispute Resolution Act of 1996 - Amends Federal law regarding the administrative process to revise the definition of: (1) "alternative means of dispute resolution" (ADR) to mean any procedure used to resolve issues in controversy, including the use of ombudsmen; and (2) "issue in controversy" to repeal a provision excluding prohibited personnel practices and grievances relating to prohibited political activities; retirement, life, or health insurance; suspension or removal; any examination, certification, or appointment; or the classification of any position which does not result in the reduction in grade or pay of an employee. Modifies confidentiality provisions to prohibit a neutral in a dispute resolution proceeding from disclosing any dispute resolution communication or communication provided in confidence unless specified conditions are met. Specifies that, to qualify for an exemption, an alternative confidential procedure may not provide for less disclosure than the confidential procedures otherwise provided under such provisions. Amends the Administrative Dispute Resolution Act (ADRA), the Labor Management Relations Act of 1947, and other Federal law to reflec…
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