Establishes the Office of the Public Whistleblower Advocate in Alaska to protect employees who report wrongdoing.

The bill establishes the Office of the Public Whistleblower Advocate in Alaska to protect employees who report wrongdoing. The advocate can award relief, including reinstatement, back pay, and damages. The advocate can also order employers to engage in training and corrective actions. The advocate has the power to seek interim relief from the court and can refer criminal actions to appropriate authorities. The advocate can award whistleblowers a percentage of recovered or saved public funds. The advocate must submit an annual report to the legislature detailing activities and recommendations.

Establishes the Office of the Public Whistleblower Advocate in Alaska to protect employees who report wrongdoing.

The bill establishes the Office of the Public Whistleblower Advocate in Alaska to protect employees who report wrongdoing. The advocate can award relief, including reinstatement, back pay, and damages. The advocate can also order employers to engage in training and corrective actions. The advocate has the power to seek interim relief from the court and can refer criminal actions to appropriate authorities. The advocate can award whistleblowers a percentage of recovered or saved public funds. The advocate must submit an annual report to the legislature detailing activities and recommendations.