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Expanded Whistleblower Protection: Contractors and Employees Reporting Federal Misconduct.

This law significantly strengthens anti-retaliation protections for individuals reporting waste, fraud, abuse, or safety dangers related to federal contracts, grants, and subgrants, particularly involving the Department of Defense and NASA. It expands protection to include contractors, grantees, and their employees, ensuring they cannot be forced into arbitration agreements that waive their rights to legal recourse. The goal is to enhance accountability in government spending.
Key points
Protection against retaliation is extended to contractors, subcontractors, grantees, and individuals performing personal services for the Federal Government, not just employees.
Individuals are protected if they refuse to obey an order that would require them to violate a law or regulation related to a federal contract.
Pre-dispute arbitration agreements that force whistleblowers to waive their rights under this law are now invalid and unenforceable.
Federal officials who request retaliation against a whistleblower can face disciplinary action.
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Print number: 118_S_1524
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2023-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1524.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Protection against retaliation is extended to contractors, subcontractors, grantees, and individuals performing personal services for the Federal Government, not just employees.
  • Individuals are protected if they refuse to obey an order that would require them to violate a law or regulation related to a federal contract.
  • Pre-dispute arbitration agreements that force whistleblowers to waive their rights under this law are now invalid and unenforceable.
  • Federal officials who request retaliation against a whistleblower can face disciplinary action.
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. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 448.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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