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Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Government Contractors

This act strengthens protections for individuals reporting wrongdoing in government contracts, including employees and companies working with the Department of Defense and NASA. It means more people can safely report waste, fraud, or public health dangers without fear of retaliation. The changes aim to increase transparency and accountability in public spending.
Key points
Extends retaliation protection to a broader group, including contractors, subcontractors, grantees, their employees, and personal service providers for the government.
Allows reporting of a wider range of issues, such as gross mismanagement of funds, abuse of authority, violations of law related to federal contracts, and substantial public health or safety dangers.
Prohibits executive branch officials from requesting reprisal against whistleblowers and introduces disciplinary action for officials who make such requests.
Ensures that whistleblower rights and remedies cannot be waived by any agreement, including pre-dispute arbitration agreements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5578
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42]
Process start date: 2025-09-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5578.

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 2025-09-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends retaliation protection to a broader group, including contractors, subcontractors, grantees, their employees, and personal service providers for the government.
  • Allows reporting of a wider range of issues, such as gross mismanagement of funds, abuse of authority, violations of law related to federal contracts, and substantial public health or safety dangers.
  • Prohibits executive branch officials from requesting reprisal against whistleblowers and introduces disciplinary action for officials who make such requests.
  • Ensures that whistleblower rights and remedies cannot be waived by any agreement, including pre-dispute arbitration agreements.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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