The Kansas Municipal Employee Whistleblower Act aims to protect employees of municipalities, including counties, cities, and unified school districts, from disciplinary actions taken by supervisors or appointing authorities when they report misconduct or discuss matters of public concern. The bill defines key terms such as "auditing agency," "disciplinary action," and "municipality," and outlines specific protections for employees who disclose violations of laws, report malfeasance, or reveal dangers to public health and safety. It also clarifies that employees are not required to notify their supervisors before making such reports and prohibits retaliation against them for these actions.

Additionally, the bill establishes that municipalities must post a copy of the act in visible locations for employees and allows individuals who believe they have faced retaliation to seek legal recourse within 90 days of the alleged violation. The court may award costs, including attorney and witness fees, to the prevailing party. The act is set to take effect upon its publication in the statute book.