SECTION 1. The Union agrees to cooperate with Management in providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons to prohibit discrimination because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status or physical handicap and to promote full realization of equal employment opportunity through a continuing affirmative program.

SECTION 2. The Union will be furnished copies of the EEO (Affirmative Action) plans which apply to employees covered by this Agreement. Union input is encouraged and will be considered in the development of the NESS Affirmative Action Plan.

SECTION 3. The Branch Steward will submit a list of three (3) nominees to serve on the Station EEO committee. The Station Manager will select a union member and an alternate to serve for a period of two (2) years.

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