Section 16-401 - Definitions(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.(b)(1) "Adversely affect" means to: (i) eliminate more than two employee positions assigned to perform bargaining unit work if the positions are: 3.A. vacant for less than 90 days; orB. occupied at the time the Commission solicits a service contract; or(ii) permanently and involuntarily reduce:1. below the number of hours for regular full-time employment for more than five employees currently assigned to a regular full-time work schedule to perform bargaining unit work when the Commission solicits a service contract;2. the pay grade for more than five employees currently assigned to a regular full-time work schedule to perform bargaining unit work when the Commission solicits a service contract; or3. the base pay or fringe benefits otherwise applicable to a job classification covering more than five employees currently assigned on a full-time basis to perform bargaining unit work when the Commission solicits a service contract.(2) "Adversely affect" does not include an action the Commission takes in accordance with: (i) a bona fide disciplinary proceeding;(ii) an applicable collective bargaining agreement in accordance with Subtitle 2 of this title; or(iii) a reallocation or reassignment to another bargaining unit work or other duties that does not result in a change in job classification or grade.(c) "Bargaining unit work" means work duties assigned or allocated to a position occupied within the preceding 90 days by an employee who is represented by a certified representative.(d) "Certified representative" means an employee organization certified as an exclusive representative in accordance with Subtitle 2 of this title.(e) "Secretary-treasurer" means the secretary-treasurer of the Commission.(f) "Service contract" means a procurement contract for services that will be provided to the Commission.