Pennsylvania § 14720 - Salaries and compensation.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 14720 — Salaries and compensation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14720. Salaries and compensation.
The salaries and compensation of county officers shall be as provided under law. The salaries and compensation of all appointed officers and employees who are paid from the county treasury shall be fixed by the salary board established under section 14722 (relating to salary boards). The board of county commissioners shall have the sole power and responsibility to represent judges of the court of common pleas in proceedings before the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board or collective bargaining negotiations involving employees paid from the county treasury, the county and all elected or appointed county officers having employment powers over the affected employees. The powers authorized by the county commissioners under this section shall not affect the hiring, discharging and supervising rights and obligations with respect to employees as may be vested in the judges or other county officers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 14720
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 14720 cover?
Section 14720 ("Salaries and compensation.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 14720?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 14720" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Pennsylvania official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Pennsylvania attorney.
How does Pennsylvania § 14720 apply to my situation?
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