In light of recent news headlines about Albany corruption, a Westchester assemblyman has proposed extending whistleblower protections for those who witness corruption by their bosses or co-workers in state government.
“The discussion about ethics in state government is missing a key component: encouraging whistleblowers to report wrongdoing to law enforcement,” said Assemblyman Tom Abinanti, D-Greenburgh.
To add to the discussion, Abinanti submitted legislation (A.1137) that would prohibit retaliation against an employee who reports bribery, attempted bribery, defrauding the government or other unlawful activity by a public official.