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Va. Code Ann. § 2.2-4115 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise: "Dispute resolution proceeding" means any structured process in which a neutral assists parties to a dispute in reaching a voluntary settlement by means of dispute resolution processes such as mediation, conciliation…
Va. Code Ann. § 2.2-4116 Authority to use dispute resolution proceedings
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A. Except as specifically prohibited by law, if the parties to the dispute agree, any public body may use dispute resolution proceedings to narrow or resolve any issue in controversy. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit or limit other public body dispute resolu…
Va. Code Ann. § 2.2-4117 State agency promotion of dispute resolution proceedings
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A. Each state agency shall adopt a written policy that addresses the use of dispute resolution proceedings within the agency and for the agency's program and operations. The policy shall include, among other things, training for employees involved in implementing the agency's pol…
Va. Code Ann. § 2.2-4119 Confidentiality between parties; exemption to Freedom of Information Act
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A. Except for the materials described in subsection B, all dispute resolution proceedings conducted pursuant to this chapter are subject to the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (§ 2.2-3700 et seq.). B. All memoranda, work products, or other materials contained in the case file…