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Reporting and anti-retaliation policy handbook statement

This resource explains when employers should include a reporting and anti‑retaliation policy handbook statement to encourage employees to report illegal or unethical behavior internally and to demonstrate compliance with federal whistleblower and anti‑retaliation laws.

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When to include

A number of federal laws include whistleblower protections and still others provide rewards for employees who report misconduct to government agencies. Employers should consider including this statement in their handbook to promote an atmosphere in which employees are comfortable reporting illegal or unethical behavior internally and to help ensure that they are not retaliated against for doing so.

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Updated statement to remove information concerning the confidentiality of company trade secrets as this is addressed in the Confidential Company Information Handbook Statement; and updated statement and guidance to reflect the National Labor Relations Board’s Stericycle ruling.

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