The Kansas Municipal Employee Whistleblower Act aims to protect employees of municipalities, including counties, cities, and unified school districts, from disciplinary actions when they report misconduct or discuss matters of public concern. The bill defines key terms such as "auditing agency," "disciplinary action," and "municipality," and prohibits supervisors from taking adverse actions against employees who engage in specific whistleblowing activities. These activities include discussing municipal operations with legislators or auditing agencies, reporting legal violations, disclosing malfeasance, or revealing dangers to public health and safety.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that while employees are protected, supervisors can still require employees to inform them about legislative or auditing requests and that employees must adhere to workplace policies regarding leave. It also specifies that disciplinary actions can still be taken against employees who disclose false information or confidential data. Employees who believe they have faced retaliation can file a lawsuit within 90 days of the alleged violation, seeking damages and equitable relief. Municipalities are required to post the act prominently for employee awareness.