OSHAFinal Rule
Procedures for the Handling of Retaliation Complaints Under the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (AMLA)
Labor & WorkplaceFinance & Banking
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Summary
This regulation creates new rules for how the government handles complaints from workers who face retaliation for reporting money laundering or financial crimes. It protects whistleblowers—people who speak up about illegal activity—from being punished by their employers for doing the right thing.
Key Points
- 1Workers who report suspected money laundering or financial crimes are protected from being fired, demoted, or punished by their employers
- 2OSHA (the workplace safety agency) will now have clear procedures for investigating retaliation complaints from these whistleblowers
- 3Employers cannot legally retaliate against employees for reporting illegal financial activities, even if the report turns out to be mistaken
- 4Workers have until March 18, 2025 to submit comments on these new procedures before they take final effect
- 5The rule applies to all types of workplaces and industries where employees might discover money laundering or financial crimes
Key Dates
Published
January 14, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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