Bill · S. 2527· Senate(119-S-2527)
FBI Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 7/29/2025
- Last activity
- 7/29/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Chuck Grassley
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The bill is known as the FBI Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act of 2025. It amends title 5 of the United States Code and the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004. The legislation aims to strengthen protections for whistlebusters working within the Federal Bureau of Investigation. It sets clear rules prohibiting retaliation against FBI employees who report wrongdoing or cooperate with investigations. Additionally, the bill makes the Attorney General responsible for informing FBI employees of their rights and holding officials accountable for personnel management.
Yes
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+8
The bill enhances accountability and transparency within the FBI regarding whistleblower rights and protections.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+8
The bill establishes conflict-of-interest rules and fair appeals processes for FBI whistleblower reprisal claims.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection Against Retaliation: Section 2 makes it illegal for individuals with personnel authority at the FBI to take negative personnel actions against employees because they filed a complaint, testified, cooperated with the Inspector General or Special Counsel, or refused to engage in political activity. This protects workers who speak out against wrongdoing.
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Clear Rights and Information: Section 2 requires the Attorney General to ensure that FBI employees are properly informed of their rights and remedies, including whistleblower protections during a probationary period and how to lawfully disclose classified information. This empowers workers by making sure they know how to report problems safely.
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Conflict of Interest Rules: Section 3 requires the development and implementation of uniform policies and procedures to ensure that investigative or adjudicative processes for whistleblower reprisal claims are free from conflicts of interest. This helps guarantee a fair process for people seeking justice.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- New Administrative Burdens on Officials: Section 2 places heavy responsibilities on the Attorney General and delegated Department of Justice officials to actively manage training, transparency websites, and compliance measures. While meant to protect workers, this adds operational red tape and duties for government administrators.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Due Process+8Improves Government Transparency+8
- 7/29/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Gary PetersDemocrat · Michigan