Legislative Advocacy

"We can't be afraid to change things. You can't be afraid to act." - Condoleezza Rice

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Whistleblowers of America (WoA) is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to strengthening protections for individuals who report misconduct, fraud, waste, and abuse. Our mission is to educate the public and policymakers, support whistleblowers in understanding their rights, and promote fair and effective legislation that upholds accountability.

WoA works to identify gaps in existing whistleblower laws and advocate for reforms that close those gaps. We provide clear, accessible information on current statutes and pending bills, while engaging directly with lawmakers to ensure protections keep pace with the challenges facing today’s workforce.

Through education, research, and legislative advocacy, WoA helps create an environment where truth-telling is valued, retaliation is not tolerated, and institutions are strengthened through transparency and accountability.

Congressional Labor Day Lunch & Learn Handout

Strengthening Whistleblower Protections: Legislative Priorities and Proposals

Office of the Whistleblower Protection Advocate (OWPA)

Administer formula-based and discretionary grant programs to state, local, tribal entities and non-profit organizations (NGOs) that provide peer support, advocacy, research, and assistance to personnel to include military, civilian civil servants, federal workers, contractors and private sector employees who have identified workplace ethical or legal violations (fraud, waste, and abuse) and have experienced discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, or have been improperly denied federal, state, or local benefits or services.

Senate Whistleblower Ombuds Office

As a Companion to the House Whistleblower Ombuds Office.

S. 874 & H. R. 5578 – Contractor Protection

Expands protections for federal contractors and grantees who report misconduct.

S. 1792 – AI Whistleblower Protection Act

Safeguards those who expose unethical or dangerous AI applications.

USERRA - 38 U.S.C. §§ 4315 and 4325 Amend the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act

Protect Servicemember and Veteran Whistleblowers in the FBI.

S. 5161: CFTC Whistleblower Protection and Program Improvement Act of 2026

This senate bill calls for the enhancement of protections for Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) whistleblowers.

Federal Jury Trial Access (Concept Bill)

Allows federal whistleblowers to “kick out” to federal court after agency delays.

Occupational Safety

Lack of Protection is Dangerous: Extreme Heat in the Workplace

Taxable/non-taxable Awards

Interim Report to Congress Whistleblower Detriment and Disability

Military Investigative Competency Enhancement Act (MICE):

This is pending NDAA legislation that would mandate standardized investigative training and independence safeguards for DoD & Coast Guard IGs and investigating officers.

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Take Action: How to Get Involved in Legislative Advocacy

Your voice makes a difference. Contact your senators and representatives to express support for stronger whistleblower protections. Share fact sheets and resources with your networks, attend congressional hearings or local advocacy events, and join coalitions that amplify the voices of truth-tellers. Even simple actions, like sending an email, making a call, or sharing updates on social media, help build momentum for lasting reform.