2006 Michigan Compiled Laws - Act 469 of 1980


THE WHISTLEBLOWERS' PROTECTION ACT

Act 469 of 1980

AN ACT to provide protection to employees who report a violation or suspected violation of state, local, or federal law; to provide protection to employees who participate in hearings, investigations, legislative inquiries, or court actions; and to prescribe remedies and penalties.


History: 1980, Act 469, Eff. Mar. 31, 1981




The People of the State of Michigan enact:

DocumentDescription
Section 15.361Definitions.
Section 15.362Discharging, threatening, or otherwise discriminating against employee reporting violation of law, regulation, or rule prohibited; exceptions.
Section 15.363Civil action in circuit court for injunctive relief or actual damages; "damages" defined; clear and convincing evidence required.
Section 15.364Court judgment; order; remedies; awarding costs of litigation.
Section 15.365Violation; civil fine.
Section 15.366Diminishment or impairment of rights; collective bargaining agreement; protection of confidentiality of communications; disclosures.
Section 15.367Employer not required to compensate employee for participation in investigation, hearing, or inquiry.
Section 15.368Posting notices of protections and obligations required.
Section 15.369Short title.

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