67.870 Employment on basis of political activity prohibited.

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67.870 Employment on basis of political activity prohibited. (1) No person shall be appointed to any position in a charter county government because of political, partisan service rendered by him or his family, or because of <br>political sentiment or affiliation nor shall any person be dismissed, suspended, or <br>reduced in grade or pay because of any political opinion. (2) The appointment and continuance of employment of all persons in a charter county government shall depend solely upon their ability and willingness to perform their <br>duties, and shall not be a reward for political activity or contribution to campaign <br>funds. (3) No employee of a charter county government shall be forced to pay or collect any assessments made by political organizations, contribute to political campaign funds, <br>or be active in politics. (4) While on duty, no employee of a charter county government shall be active in politics or work for the election of candidates. Effective: July 13, 1990 <br>History: Created 1990 Ky. Acts ch. 401, sec. 10, effective July 13, 1990.