Chuck Grassley (R-IA)
A resolution designating July 30, 2026, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".
A Republican resolution with 8 Democratic cosponsors · See all 15 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4365; text: CR S4391)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates July 30, 2026, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day." It highlights the historical importance of whistleblowers dating back to 1777 and the legislative support provided by the Continental Congress in 1778. The resolution notes that whistleblowers risk their jobs and reputations to report waste, fraud, and abuse. By doing so, they reportedly save taxpayers billions of dollars and serve the public interest. The Senate aims to ensure the Federal Government implements the intent of the Founding Fathers. Finally, it encourages executive agencies to recognize this day by informing the public and employees of their rights and acknowledging whistleblower contributions.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +3
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The resolution encourages agencies to inform the public and employees of their rights to report misconduct.
- Scored +2
Does this reduce what the federal government owes?
The resolution notes that whistleblowers help save taxpayers billions of dollars by reporting waste and fraud.
- Scored +2
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
By highlighting whistleblowers, the resolution aims to combat waste and abuse in government spending.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased awareness of legal rights: Executive agencies are encouraged to inform employees, contractors, and the public about the legal right of a United States citizen to report misconduct, fraud, misdemeanors, or other crimes to the appropriate authority (Section 2, Part A).
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Recognition of contributions: The resolution encourages agencies to acknowledge how whistleblowers help combat waste, fraud, abuse, and violations of laws and regulations (Section 2, Part B).
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Public and taxpayer benefits: The text states that whistleblowers serve the public interest by helping ensure the United States remains an ethical and safe place, while saving taxpayers billions of dollars each year (Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Risk to individuals: The resolution acknowledges that whistleblowers face risks to their careers, jobs, and reputations when reporting waste, fraud, and abuse (Whereas clauses).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — Encouraging the reporting of fraud and waste supports more responsible management of public funds. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — By highlighting whistleblowers, the resolution aims to combat waste and abuse in government spending. Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — The resolution notes that whistleblowers help save taxpayers billions of dollars by reporting waste and fraud.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution encourages agencies to inform the public and employees of their rights to report misconduct. Does this protect the individual right to speak freely? — The resolution promotes the right of citizens to speak out against fraud and abuse.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life? — The resolution supports the right of individuals to report misconduct and fraud.
- 7/30/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4365; text: CR S4391)
- 15 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
Marsha BlackburnRepublican · Tennessee
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Maria CantwellDemocrat · Washington
Susan CollinsRepublican · Maine
Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois
Joni ErnstRepublican · Iowa
Deb FischerRepublican · Nebraska
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
Ron JohnsonRepublican · Wisconsin
Ben LujánDemocrat · New Mexico
James LankfordRepublican · Oklahoma
Edward MarkeyDemocrat · Massachusetts
Gary PetersDemocrat · Michigan
Roger WickerRepublican · Mississippi
Ron WydenDemocrat · Oregon