Congress·Passed Senate·S.Res. 821

A resolution designating July 30, 2026, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".

National Whistleblower Appreciation Day

Jul 30·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

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Key Points

The Senate officially named July 30, 2026, as a day to celebrate people who report government misconduct. This day honors the bravery of those who risk their careers to speak out against fraud and waste.
Government agencies are encouraged to use this day to teach their employees and contractors about their legal rights. The goal is to make sure workers know how to safely report crimes or rule breaking without fear of getting in trouble.
This recognition highlights how whistleblowers save taxpayers billions of dollars each year. By speaking up, these individuals help keep the government ethical and protect the public interest.

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Milestones

3 actions

Jul 30, 2026Senate

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Jul 30, 2026

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.

Jul 30, 2026Senate

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4365; text: CR S4391)

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

A resolution designating July 30, 2026, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".

Bill NumberSRES 821

Congress119th Congress

ChamberSenate

Latest ActionSubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4365; text: CR S4391)

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D: 8R: 7

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