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COVID-19 Whistleblower Protection: Safeguarding Reporting of Misconduct

This act protects individuals who report misconduct related to COVID-19 relief funds and programs. It ensures that employees and contractors will not face retaliation for disclosing waste, fraud, or public health dangers. This provides citizens with greater confidence that misuse of public pandemic funds can be reported without fear of repercussions.
Key points
Prohibition of Retaliation: Employers cannot fire, demote, or discriminate against individuals who report misconduct related to COVID-19 funds.
Broad Protection Scope: Protection covers reporting waste, fraud, public health dangers, and abuse of authority in pandemic programs.
Confidentiality of Identity: Whistleblower identity is protected and cannot be disclosed without their written consent.
Easier Reporting: Public websites will be established for submitting complaints, making it easier to report misconduct.
Right to Remedy: Affected individuals can pursue their rights in court or administrative proceedings, with access to investigation files.
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Print number: 117_S_268
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID–19 Whistleblower Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_268.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibition of Retaliation: Employers cannot fire, demote, or discriminate against individuals who report misconduct related to COVID-19 funds.
  • Broad Protection Scope: Protection covers reporting waste, fraud, public health dangers, and abuse of authority in pandemic programs.
  • Confidentiality of Identity: Whistleblower identity is protected and cannot be disclosed without their written consent.
  • Easier Reporting: Public websites will be established for submitting complaints, making it easier to report misconduct.
  • Right to Remedy: Affected individuals can pursue their rights in court or administrative proceedings, with access to investigation files.
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 Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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