S.1247

Public Safety Free Speech Act

Introduced·4/2/25

Public Safety Free Speech Act protects public safety officers' free speech rights on public safety, working conditions, and employment matters.

The Public Safety Free Speech Act ensures that public safety officers can freely express their opinions on public safety, working conditions, and employment matters without fear of retaliation. This includes matters like delivery of public safety services, employee compensation, and employer policies. The Act allows covered employees to bring legal action against employers who retaliate for such speech. The Act defines "covered employee" to include law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical service providers.

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Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee
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History

Apr 2, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.