Search Results: keywords:"public safety free speech act"

  • H. R. 1443 — To ensure the ability of public safety officers to retain their right to free speech on matters related to public safety, working conditions, and other matters.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:820

    H. R. 1443, known as the "Public Safety Free Speech Act," allows public safety officers, such as police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical service workers, to freely express their personal opinions on work-related issues without fear of being fired or disciplined...

    Simple Explanation

    H. R. 1443 is a rule that tries to make sure police officers, firefighters, and other safety workers can talk freely about their work without getting in trouble, but they can't share secrets or say things that could hurt people. If they do face problems for speaking up, they can take it to court to fix things.

  • S. 1247 — To ensure the ability of public safety officers to retain their right to free speech on matters related to public safety, working conditions, and other matters.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:821

    S. 1247, titled the "Public Safety Free Speech Act," is a proposed law that aims to protect public safety officers, such as police officers and firefighters, by allowing them to express their personal opinions on topics like public safety services, working conditions, and...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 1247 is a proposed rule that lets police officers and firefighters talk about their jobs and safety without worrying about getting in trouble at work, as long as they're not on the clock and don't share secret stuff or say things that could be dangerous. If their bosses punish them for speaking up, they can take their bosses to court and might win some money.