OAR 115-025-0035: Petition for an Election to Change Exclusive Representative

(1) A labor organization may file a petition for an election to replace the current exclusive representative of an existing bargaining unit. (2) The petition requires a showing of interest from at least thirty percent (30%) of employees in the existing bargaining unit. The showing of interest document must comply with OAR 115-025-0021 (showing of interest requirements), including by indicating that the signer desires to be represented by the petitioning labor organization instead of the current exclusive representative. (3) This type of petition is subject to the “election,” “contract” and/or “certification” bars under Board rules.