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FTC Whistleblower Protection and Awards: New Reporting Rules

This act aims to strengthen protections for individuals reporting misconduct in companies under the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It provides protection against dismissal or other forms of discrimination for reporting legal violations and introduces financial awards for providing information that leads to successful legal actions. This allows citizens to feel safer reporting unfair practices, potentially leading to greater market transparency.
Key points
Protection from Retaliation: Employers cannot fire, demote, or discriminate against individuals who report legal violations to the FTC or supervisors.
Financial Awards: Whistleblowers can receive between 10% and 30% of collected monetary sanctions if their information leads to a successful case resolution exceeding $1 million.
Confidentiality: Whistleblower identities are protected, and information that could reveal them cannot be disclosed.
Right to Sue: Whistleblowers can pursue their rights in court, and confidentiality or arbitration agreements cannot limit their ability to report misconduct.
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Print number: 118_HR_10118
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2024-11-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FTC Whistleblower Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10118.

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 2024-11-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Protection from Retaliation: Employers cannot fire, demote, or discriminate against individuals who report legal violations to the FTC or supervisors.
  • Financial Awards: Whistleblowers can receive between 10% and 30% of collected monetary sanctions if their information leads to a successful case resolution exceeding $1 million.
  • Confidentiality: Whistleblower identities are protected, and information that could reveal them cannot be disclosed.
  • Right to Sue: Whistleblowers can pursue their rights in court, and confidentiality or arbitration agreements cannot limit their ability to report misconduct.
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: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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