This bill strengthens legal protections for FBI employees who report misconduct or participate in whistleblowing activities. It prohibits the FBI from taking adverse personnel actions—such as firing, demotion, or reassignment—against employees who file complaints, testify about violations, or cooperate with inspectors general or the Special Counsel. The legislation also requires the Attorney General to ensure FBI employees are informed of their whistleblower rights within 180 days of hire, including how to report classified information through proper channels to the Special Counsel, Justice Department Inspector General, or Congress. Additionally, the bill establishes that whistleblower disclosures are protected regardless of how, when, or to whom they are made, and it requires the FBI to implement conflict-of-interest safeguards in investigations involving retaliation claims. The bill applies to FBI employees in non-policy positions and creates clearer appeals processes for employees who believe they have faced retaliation for whistleblowing.
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