FL S0308

Creates the "Abusive Workplace Environment Act" to provide legal protection for public employees subjected to abusive conduct in the workplace, defined as patterns of behavior or single acts performed with malice that a reasonable person would find hostile or offensive.

Prohibits public employers (state agencies, counties, municipalities, school districts, community colleges, and state universities) from subjecting employees to abusive workplace environments or failing to exercise reasonable care to prevent and correct such conduct.

Establishes a private right of action with a 1-year statute of limitations, allowing employees to seek remedies including reinstatement, back pay, emotional distress damages, punitive damages, and attorney fees if abusive conduct culminates in an adverse employment action.

Limits employer liability to a maximum of $25,000 in emotional distress damages without punitive damages when abusive conduct does not result in an adverse employment action, but does not limit damages when adverse employment actions occur.

Requires reimbursement of workers' compensation payments if an employee receives compensation for the same injury or illness under both this act and the Workers' Compensation Act.