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Department of Energy and Nuclear Regulatory Commission Whistleblower Protection Act

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1112

Bill 118 s 1112, also known as the Department of Energy and Nuclear Regulatory Commission Whistleblower Protection Act, aims to provide protection for employees who report violations of laws, rules, or regulations within the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).

The bill specifically prohibits retaliation against whistleblowers who disclose information about potential wrongdoing, such as safety violations, fraud, waste, or abuse. It also establishes procedures for employees to report violations and seek protection from retaliation.

Additionally, the bill requires the DOE and NRC to investigate complaints of retaliation and take appropriate action if violations are found. It also allows whistleblowers to seek legal recourse if they believe they have been retaliated against for reporting misconduct. Overall, the Department of Energy and Nuclear Regulatory Commission Whistleblower Protection Act aims to promote transparency and accountability within these agencies by encouraging employees to come forward with information about potential wrongdoing without fear of reprisal.

Congressional Summary of S 1112

Department of Energy and Nuclear Regulatory Commission Whistleblower Protection Act

This bill revises protections for the rights of whistleblowers of nuclear safety violations. Specifically, the bill clarifies that employees of either the Department of Energy (DOE) or the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) may seek civil remedies if their employers discriminate against them for blowing the whistle on nuclear safety violations.

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Current Status of Bill S 1112

Bill S 1112 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill S 1112 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023.  Bill S 1112's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of March 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1112

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1112

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1112

Department of Energy and Nuclear Regulatory Commission Whistleblower Protection Act
Department of Energy and Nuclear Regulatory Commission Whistleblower Protection Act
A bill to amend the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974 to clarify whistleblower rights and protections, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1112

Tammy Duckworth
Tammy Duckworth
IllinoisDemocrat
Ron Wyden
Ron Wyden
OregonDemocrat
Edward J. Markey
Edward J. Markey
MassachusettsDemocrat
James Lankford
James Lankford
OklahomaRepublican
Chuck Grassley
Chuck Grassley
IowaRepublican

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