The Kansas Municipal Employee Whistleblower Act establishes legal protections for municipal employees who report unlawful or dangerous conduct. Under this act, no supervisor or appointing authority can take disciplinary action against an employee for discussing municipal operations or reporting violations of state or federal law, municipal resolutions, or other regulations. The act defines key terms such as "malfeasance," "misappropriation," and "disciplinary action," and outlines the rights of employees to disclose information without fear of retaliation. It also clarifies that employees must follow certain protocols when responding to requests for information from governing bodies or auditing agencies.

Additionally, the act provides an administrative appeal process for employees who believe they have faced disciplinary action in violation of the act. Employees can bring a court action within 90 days of the alleged violation or appeal to an administrative body if such a process exists within their municipality. The act mandates that municipalities post a copy of the law in accessible locations for all employees. This legislation aims to promote transparency and accountability within municipal operations while protecting whistleblowers from retaliation.