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MCEA Wins for MTA Employee

MCEA WINS!

ACCOUNTABILITY. FAIRNESS. RESULTS.

MCEA successfully represented Ms. Crawford, an employee of the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA), in challenging a five-day unpaid suspension stemming from an alleged incident on July 7, 2026. Through effective representation and thorough cross-examination, MCEA secured a victory that resulted in the suspension’s rescission and the restoration of Ms. Crawford’s lost pay.

THE FACTS

  • July 7, 2026: The alleged incident occurred.
  • August 6, 2026: Ms. Crawford received a Notice of Discipline imposing a five-day unpaid suspension. The appointing authority later acknowledged that the notice was unsigned.
  • August 7, 2026: The appointing authority reissued the notice with the required signature.
  • September 24, 2026: At the disciplinary hearing, MCEA’s Labor Relations Specialist cross-examined the appointing authority, establishing that the original notice was unsigned and had to be reissued.

MCEA’S ARGUMENT

MCEA challenged the disciplinary action, arguing that:

  • The August 6 notice was not a fully executed disciplinary document.
  • The August 7 notice violated TSHR 7 N 4.5.
  • The disciplinary action violated the applicable 30-day time limit under COMAR Title 11, § 11.02.08.01.

MCEA maintained that the suspension should be overturned and Ms. Crawford compensated for all five days of lost pay.

THE RESULT: A COMPLETE VICTORY!

Management agreed with MCEA’s position and rescinded the suspension.

  • The five-day unpaid suspension was rescinded.
  • Ms. Crawford’s pay for all five days was restored.

Ms. Crawford expressed her thanks, saying:

“The MCEA was there from start to finish in my entire process. The importance of knowing policy and documented fact; proved to all involved that MCEA was on the ball from the start!”

ANOTHER WIN FOR MCEA MEMBERS!

This outcome demonstrates the value of strong union representation, thorough preparation, and holding management accountable for following disciplinary procedures.

MCEA fights for your rights, fair treatment, and livelihood.

MCEA – Your Union. Your Rights. Your Voice.

Maryland Classified Employees Association | AFT | AFTMD | AFL-CIO

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