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Missouri Whistleblower Laws
More Information on Whistleblower Laws
| Code Section | 105.055 |
| Prohibited Employer Activity | Can not take or prohibit disciplinary action if employee discusses operations of agency, with any member of legislature or state auditor, any violation of law, rule or regulation, mismanagement, gross waste of public funds, abuse of authority, or substantial and specific danger to public health or safety, as long as disclosure not specifically prohibited by law |
| Protection for Public or Private Employees? | Public |
| Opportunity for Employer to Correct? | No prior notice required |
| Remedies | Can file an administrative appeal, if disciplinary action taken, with state personnel advisory board within 30 days of action; board can modify and/or reverse disciplinary action and order appropriate relief |
| Penalties | State personnel advisory board can recommend that violator be suspended without pay for maximum 30 days; if willful or repeated violation, recommend forfeiture and disqualification of appointment or state employment for a maximum of 2 years |
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