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Introduced
01/30/2023
01/30/2023
In Committee
01/30/2023
01/30/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of December 12, 1986 (P.L.1559, No.169), entitled "An act providing protection for employees who report a violation or suspected violation of State, local or Federal law; providing protection for employees who participate in hearings, investigations, legislative inquiries or court actions; and prescribing remedies and penalties," further providing for definitions.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Whistleblower Law to expand the definition of "public body" to include the judicial branch of state government, such as the Supreme Court, Superior Court, Commonwealth Court, and court of common pleas. This change provides whistleblower protections to employees who report a violation or suspected violation of law in these judicial institutions, in addition to the existing protections for state, local, and federal government entities.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY (on 01/30/2023)
Bill Topics
Government Operations
- ‐ Government Efficiency and Bureaucratic Oversight
- ‐ Judicial Branch Operations
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2023&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=133 | 01/30/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/PN/Public/btCheck.cfm?txtType=PDF&sessYr=2023&sessInd=0&billBody=S&billTyp=B&billNbr=0133&pn=0152 | 01/30/2023 |
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