15.341 Definitions. Sec. 1. As used in this act: (a) “Board” means the board of ethics. (b) “Employee” means an employee, classified or unclassified, of the executive branch of this state. For the purpose of section 2b, employee shall include an employee of this state or a political subdivision of this state. (c) “Public officer” […]
15.342 Public officer or employee; prohibited conduct. Sec. 2. (1) A public officer or employee shall not divulge to an unauthorized person, confidential information acquired in the course of employment in advance of the time prescribed for its authorized release to the public. (2) A public officer or employee shall not represent his or her […]
15.342a MCL 15.301 to 15.310 and MCL 15.321 to 15.330 not amended or modified; purpose of act; validity of contract in violation of act; voting on, making, or participating in governmental decisions; “governmental decision” defined. Sec. 2a. (1) This act shall not in any manner amend or modify the terms of Act No. 317 of […]
15.342b Report of violation; applicability of sanctions; civil fine. Sec. 2b. (1) A public officer or employee who has knowledge that another public officer or employee has violated section 2 may report the existence of the violation to a supervisor, person, agency, or organization. A public officer or employee who reports or is about to […]
15.342c Civil action; commencement of action; “damages” defined. Sec. 2c. (1) A person who alleges a violation of section 2b may bring a civil action for appropriate injunctive relief, or actual damages, or both within 90 days after the occurrence of the alleged violation of this act. (2) An action commenced pursuant to subsection (1) […]
15.342d Court order; costs. Sec. 2d. A court, in rendering a judgment in an action brought pursuant to section 2b, shall order, as the court considers appropriate, reinstatement of the employee, the payment of back wages, full reinstatement of fringe benefits and seniority rights, actual damages, or any combination of these remedies. A court may […]
15.342e Posting notices of protections and obligations. Sec. 2e. An employer shall post notices and use other appropriate means to keep his or her employees informed of their protections and obligations under this act. History: Add. 1980, Act 481, Eff. Mar. 31, 1981
15.343 Board of ethics; creation; function. Sec. 3. (1) There is hereby created within the executive office of the governor a board of ethics. (2) The function of the board shall be advisory and investigatory and the board is not empowered to take direct action against any person or agency. History: 1973, Act 196, Imd. […]
15.344 Board of ethics; appointment, qualifications, and terms of members; vacancies; ex officio members; quorum; action by board; compensation; executive secretary; clerical or administrative assistance. Sec. 4. (1) The board of ethics shall consist of 7 members appointed by the governor, with the advice and consent of the senate, 1 of whom shall be designated […]
15.345 Board of ethics; powers and duties. Sec. 5. (1) The board shall: (a) Receive complaints concerning alleged unethical conduct by a public officer or employee from any person or entity, inquire into the circumstances surrounding the alleged unethical conduct, and make recommendations concerning individual cases to the appointing authority with supervisory responsibility for the […]
15.346 Rules. Sec. 6. The board may promulgate rules governing its own procedures pursuant to Act No. 306 of the Public Acts of 1969, as amended, being sections 24.201 to 24.315 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. For a period of 1 year following the effective date of this act the board shall have full authority […]
15.347 Appropriation. Sec. 7. There is appropriated from the general fund of the state an amount necessary to implement this act but not to exceed $10,000.00 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1974. History: 1973, Act 196, Imd. Eff. Jan. 8, 1974 Compiler’s Notes: Section 191 of Act 227 of the Public Acts of […]
15.348 Other acts not superseded; interpretation and administration of act. Sec. 8. The provisions of this act shall not supersede the provisions of any other acts heretofore or hereinafter enacted and shall be interpreted and administered to the extent not inconsistent with other acts. History: 1973, Act 196, Imd. Eff. Jan. 8, 1974 Compiler’s Notes: […]
