An Act relative to anti-retaliation protections for public employees

This bill amends Chapter 149 of Massachusetts General Laws to clarify that "employer" in anti-retaliation protections includes all public entities defined under Section 148. It directly affects public employees (state and local government workers) who report workplace issues. The key provision inserts a definition reference to ensure retaliation protections apply uniformly across all public employers, closing potential loopholes. The change makes it clear that public workers cannot face retaliation for reporting violations, such as safety concerns or misconduct, regardless of which specific public entity they work for. This is a concrete policy update to strengthen existing protections without altering other provisions.