# R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-10: Mediation in labor disputes by board

> Rhode Island · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-10

## Section

- **Citation:** R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-10
- **Heading:** Mediation in labor disputes by board
- **Jurisdiction:** Rhode Island
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** RI Code / Title 28 / Chapter 28-7 / Section 28-7-10

## Text

Neither the board nor any of its agents or employees shall engage in any effort to mediate, conciliate, or arbitrate any labor dispute, but nothing contained in this section shall be construed to prevent the board, its agents, or employees from engaging in any effort to obtain voluntary adjustments and compliance with the terms and provisions of this chapter and in accordance with its purposes and policy. Provided, that nothing contained in this section shall be construed to prevent the board, its agents, or employees from arbitrating labor disputes that do not originate before the board.

## Nearby sections

- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-1 § 28-7-1. Short title.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-1.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-2 § 28-7-2. Policy of chapter.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-2.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-3 § 28-7-3. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-3.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-4 § 28-7-4. Labor relations board €” Creation €” Appointment, qualifications, terms, and removal of members.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-4.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-5 § 28-7-5. Quorum of board €” Seal.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-5.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-6 § 28-7-6. Annual report of board €” Opinions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-6.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-7 § 28-7-7. Compensation and expenses of members €” Provision of assistance.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-7.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-8 § 28-7-8. Place of board meetings €” Conduct of proceedings by members or agents.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-8.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-9 § 28-7-9. Rules and regulations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-9.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-10 § 28-7-10. Mediation in labor disputes by board.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-10.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-11 § 28-7-11. Board€™s independence from department of labor and training.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-11.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-12 § 28-7-12. Rights of employees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-12.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-13 § 28-7-13. Unfair labor practices.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-13.md)
- [R.I. Gen. Laws § 28-7-13.1 § 28-7-13.1. Unfair labor practices €” Public sector employee organizations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_RI_T28_C28-7_S28-7-13.1.md)

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