FTC Whistleblower Act of 2026 provides incentives and protections for whistleblowers reporting violations to the Federal Trade Commission.
The FTC Whistleblower Act of 2026 aims to incentivize and protect whistleblowers who report violations to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It establishes a whistleblower award program, offering monetary awards to individuals who provide original information leading to successful enforcement actions. The Act prohibits retaliation against whistleblowers and requires the FTC to maintain confidentiality of whistleblower identities. It also establishes the Federal Trade Commission Consumer Protection Fund to manage award payments and monetary sanctions.
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