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FTC Whistleblower Protection and Award Act

This act provides protection against retaliation for individuals who report violations of laws enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It also creates a program to potentially reward whistleblowers with a percentage of monetary sanctions collected based on their information.
Key points
Individuals reporting illegal activities to the FTC are protected from employer retaliation like firing or harassment.
Whistleblowers may receive a financial award (10-30% of collected funds over $1M) for information leading to successful legal actions by the FTC.
The act ensures the confidentiality of the whistleblower's identity.
Whistleblowers have the right to sue in court if their protections are violated.
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Print number: 117_HR_6093
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-11-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FTC Whistleblower Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6093.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals reporting illegal activities to the FTC are protected from employer retaliation like firing or harassment.
  • Whistleblowers may receive a financial award (10-30% of collected funds over $1M) for information leading to successful legal actions by the FTC.
  • The act ensures the confidentiality of the whistleblower's identity.
  • Whistleblowers have the right to sue in court if their protections are violated.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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