H.R. 3281 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act
H.R. 3281 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Oct 8, 2003, sponsored by Todd Russell Platts with 45 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Oct 8, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 45
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
What it does
Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act - Amends Federal law to protect specified disclosures by Federal employees or applicants without restriction as to time, place, form, motive, context, or prior disclosure. Creates a rebuttable presumption regarding the performance of duty by employees with authority.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Todd Russell Platts (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 33 Democrats, 12 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 8, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. (Sep 29, 2004)
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Committees
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
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