(b) The rules may include informal procedures to resolve grievances.

     (c) The procedures established under the rules must provide for final resolution of grievances before either of the following:

(1) A panel of three (3) commission members. A panel formed under this subdivision must consist of at least two (2) commission members described in section 2(a)(5) of this chapter.

(2) The commission. However, if the commission acts to resolve a grievance under this subdivision, members of the commission described in section 2(a)(6) or 2(a)(7) of this chapter may not participate in the proceeding.

     (d) Final resolution of grievances arising under this chapter are subject to IC 4-21.5.

As added by P.L.228-2007, SEC.7.