Section 19.2

Section 19.2

Notice of such proposed changes that directly relate to wages, hours, or working conditions will be furnished to the Union at the national level at least sixty (60) days prior to issuance. The Employer shall provide the Union with the following information about the proposed changes: a narrative explanation of the purpose and impact on employees and any documentation concerning the proposed changes from the manager(s) requesting the changes. Proposed changes will be furnished to the Union by hard copy and, if available, by electronic file. At the request of the Union, the parties shall meet concerning such changes. If the Union requests a meeting concerning the proposed changes, those present at the meeting will include representatives of USPS Labor Relations and manager(s) who are knowledgeable about the purpose of the proposed changes and the impact of such proposed changes on employees. If the Union, after the meeting, believes the proposed changes violate this Agreement (including this Article), it may then submit the issue to arbitration in accordance with the arbitration procedure within ninety (90) days after receipt of the notice of proposed change. Within fifteen (15) days after the issue has been submitted to arbitration, each party shall provide the other with a statement in writing of its understanding of the precise issues involved, and the facts giving rise to such issues. Copies of those parts of all new handbooks, manuals and regulations that directly relate to wages, hours or working conditions, as they apply to employees covered by this Agreement, shall be furnished the Union upon issuance.