Establishes legal protections for municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct.
Enacting the Kansas municipal employee whistleblower act establishes legal protections for municipal employees who report or disclose unlawful or dangerous conduct. Prohibits supervisors or appointing authorities from taking disciplinary action against employees for discussing public concerns, reporting violations, or disclosing substantial dangers. Employees can sue for damages and relief if they face retaliation. The act defines terms like "disciplinary action" and "municipality.
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