Contractor Whistleblower Protections Are Becoming a Compliance Program Issue
Expanded contractor whistleblower protections would make reporting, anti-retaliation, nondisclosure agreements, refusal to violate law, and evidence of waste, fraud, abuse, mismanagement, or public-safety risk core compliance-program issues. Contractors should update policies, training, manager protocols, and reporting channels.
FBI Whistleblower Protections: The Urgent Need for Clarity and Timeliness
A recent GAO report highlights the Department of Justice's efforts and challenges in handling FBI whistleblower complaints. Delays in regulation updates and ambiguous legal provisions hinder FBI employees' ability to seek timely redress, underscoring the need for improved guidance and statutory clarity.
Enhancing Accountability: DOJ's Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program
The DOJ's new Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program, designed to incentivize reporting of corporate misconduct through financial rewards. Learn how this initiative enhances accountability, encourages robust compliance programs, and offers significant opportunities for federal government contractors and other corporate entities.