Connecticut General Statutes Title 31. Labor § 31-121a. Labor disputes in health care institutions. Appointment of fact-finder by Labor Commissioner

In the event of a strike, work stoppage or lockout involving employees of a health care institution licensed by the Department of Public Health under sections 19a-490 to 19a-503, inclusive, the Labor Commissioner shall, upon the request of either party to such labor dispute, appoint an impartial fact-finder if he determines that such dispute is endangering or may endanger the health, welfare and safety of the patients of the institution or the general community. The fact-finder shall inquire into the causes and effects of the dispute and shall issue a report of his findings to the Labor Commissioner and the parties, including nonbinding recommendations for settlement of the dispute. The cost of the fact-finder shall be shared equally by both parties.