3.1 Declaration of Invalidity

If, during the life of this Agreement, there exists any applicable law or any applicable rule, regulation, or order issued by governmental authority other than that of the District or decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, which shall render any provision of this Agreement invalid, such provision shall be immediately suspended and be of no effect hereunder so long as such law, rule, regulation, or order shall remain in effect. Such invalidation of a part or portion of this Agreement shall not invalidate any remaining portions which shall continue in full force and effect.

3.2 Request to Negotiate

Upon timely request of either the District or Association, the Article affected by an invalidated provision will be renegotiated.