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House passes whistleblower protections for law‑enforcement employees after testimony from officers
Summary
Lawmakers approved House Bill 10‑31 to create or expand protections for law‑enforcement whistleblowers; authors and line officers said the bill responds to retaliation and misconduct within agencies.
The Colorado House on March 31 approved House Bill 10‑31, a measure aimed at protecting law‑enforcement employees who report misconduct. Sponsors and several current and former officers told lawmakers that retaliation within agencies had cost careers and harmed public trust.
Assistant Majority Leader Bacon, a co‑sponsor, said the bill responds to testimony from line officers who reported…
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