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A resolution designating July 30, 2024, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".

8/1/2024, 5:57 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 793

Bill 118 S.Res. 793, also known as the "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day" resolution, aims to designate July 30, 2024, as a day to honor and recognize the important contributions of whistleblowers in the United States. Whistleblowers are individuals who come forward to report misconduct, fraud, or other illegal activities within organizations or government agencies.

The resolution highlights the crucial role that whistleblowers play in promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity in both the public and private sectors. It acknowledges the risks and challenges that whistleblowers often face, including retaliation and personal sacrifices, in their efforts to expose wrongdoing and protect the public interest.

By designating July 30th as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the importance of whistleblowers and the need to support and protect them. It also serves as a reminder to the American people of the value of speaking out against corruption and injustice, and the role that whistleblowers play in upholding democratic values and the rule of law. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 793 is a bipartisan effort to recognize and honor the bravery and dedication of whistleblowers, and to encourage a culture of accountability and transparency in the United States.

Congressional Summary of SRES 793

This resolution designates July 30, 2024, as National Whistleblower Appreciation Day.

Current Status of Bill SRES 793

Bill SRES 793 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 31, 2024. Bill SRES 793 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 31, 2024.  Bill SRES 793's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5677; text: CR S5690) as of July 31, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 793

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
42
Democrat Cosponsors
20
Republican Cosponsors
20
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 793

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 793

A resolution designating July 30, 2024, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".
A resolution designating July 30, 2024, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".

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