Kansas HB2160 establishes legal protections for municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct.
Kansas HB2160, known as the Kansas municipal employee whistleblower act, provides statutory protections for municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct. It prohibits supervisors or appointing authorities from taking disciplinary action against employees for discussing public concerns, reporting violations of law, or disclosing malfeasance. The act also allows employees to seek legal action for violations, with potential for damages and attorney fees.
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