PA SB113

Establishes procedural protections for correctional and forensic employees of the Department of Corrections and Department of Human Services during misconduct investigations, including requirements that interrogations occur at designated locations, be audio recorded, and allow for legal representation.

Employees must be informed at interrogation start whether the investigation is administrative or criminal, with appropriate legal warnings provided for each type.

Prohibits compelling employees to take polygraph examinations and bars any disciplinary action or adverse employment consequences for refusing a polygraph.

Requires suspensions pending investigation to be with pay and benefits unless criminal proceedings have been instituted under the Governor's code of conduct; employees must be reinstated with back pay if criminal charges are resolved favorably.

Collective bargaining agreements providing greater protections take precedence over this act, and future agreements may not diminish the rights established by this legislation.