It was held at the desk rather than sent to a committee, so it can be taken up directly.
Government Operations and PoliticsAdministrative remediesDepartment of DefenseEmployment discrimination and employee rightsNational Aeronautics and Space AdministrationPublic contracts and procurement
Why This Matters
This bill strengthens protections for whistleblowers, ensuring they cannot be punished for reporting wrongdoing or safety issues in government contracts.
If you are a contractor or subcontractor, this law protects you from retaliation when you report misconduct or safety risks.
Who this affects
contractors · subcontractors · grantees · Department of Defense
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill expands protections for whistleblowers, including contractors working with the government.
2It prevents retaliation against individuals who report illegal activities or safety concerns.
3The bill clarifies that no executive branch official can ask for retaliation against whistleblowers.
4It ensures that whistleblower rights cannot be waived by any employment agreements.
5The definition of 'protected individual' now includes various types of contractors and grantees.
