Code Section
281.611, et seq.
Prohibited Activity
Can not directly or indirectly intimidate, threaten, coerce, command, or influence another state officer or employee or prevent disclosure of violation of state law/regulation, abuse of authority, substantial and specific danger to public health or safety or gross waste of public money
Public or Private Employees
Public
Opportunity for Employer to Correct?
N/A
Remedies
Can file a written appeal with department of personnel within 2 years of disclosing; hearing officer can order person to desist and refrain from such action
Penalties
N/A
Code Section
618.445
Prohibited Activity
Can not discharge or discriminate if employee files a complaint, institutes a proceeding or testifies regarding a violation of health and safety statutes
Public or Private Employees
Both
Opportunity for Employer to Correct?
N/A
Remedies
Can file a complaint after first notifying employer and division, within 30 days of the violation for a reinstatement, back pay and lost work benefits
Penalties
N/A