Flip-flops, halter-tops, and clothing featuring oversized logos won't be part of Kentucky executive branch employees' wardrobes going forward.
The Lexington Herald-Leader reports a dress code, which took effect October 16th, outlines new guidelines for the state workers. The policy affecting more than 31,000 employees was set by the Bevin administration’s personnel secretary, Thomas Stephens.
While accommodations can be made for religious, medical, or disability-related reasons, spokesman Jodi Whitaker says Stephens wanted to set out clear guidelines for all employees in the branch. Violators can expect disciplinary action, including the possibility of dismissal.
The last time state dress codes made headlines was in 2004 when former Republican Gov. Ernie Fletcher’s administration implemented a ban on visible tattoos for state parks workers.
David Smith with the Kentucky Association of State Employees told the Herald his organization does not have an issue with the new rules – though it will keep an eye on how the guidelines are enforced.
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