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National Whistleblower Day An Expression of Gratitude

On National Whistleblower Day, I express my gratitude for the recognition on Capitol Hill and reflect on the significance of this event. I thank the National Whistleblower Center, Stephen Kohn, and FBI Whistleblower Jane Turner for their invaluable support. Locally, Special Agent Jeff Adolph and Senator Pat Connick played critical roles in addressing fraud in Jefferson Parish. Lastly, I appreciate all legislators supporting the Whistleblower Protection Act, which motivates my commitment to furthering my Whistleblower Protection Advocate certification.

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National Whistleblower Day An Expression of Gratitude

Today, I’m honored to express my sincere gratitude for being recognized on National Whistleblower Day on Capitol Hill. Thank you for being here. Every July, we celebrate this day and I think deeply about the event’s importance. With your support, I can continue to promote laws for whistleblowers in Louisiana.

Nationally

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First, thank you to the National Whistleblower Center for inviting me and to Stephen Kohn for providing Handbooks for Whistleblowers. Also, I want to express gratitude to Jane Turner, FBI Whistleblower and Board Member of the National Whistleblower Center. Her unwavering support and resources help us with the adversity we face for exposing wrongdoing.

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Locally

Also, Special Agent Jeff Adolph with JPOIG deserves thanks on this National Whistleblower Day, for his confidential investigations. He found misuse of government funds, fraud, and abuse in Jefferson Parish. I also thank Louisiana Senator Pat Connick for his excellent communication and continued guidance. Additionally, the Louisiana Ethics Administration has been so helpful with its Ethics and campaign finance opinions. Specifically, Kathleen Allen who helped with my questions and training.

Legislators

Finally, a special appreciation to the many legislators who offer support and insight to the Whistleblower Protection Act. Your support strengthens my dedication to progressing my Whistleblower Protection Advocate (WPA) Certification, Education and Training. I can’t thank you enough.

I wish you all well.

Hi Tracie,

We’re thrilled to have you join us for this powerful event honoring the brave individuals who speak up for truth and accountability. Your presence is crucial as we celebrate the significant role of whistleblowers in history. Since 1778 — when America passed its first whistleblower protection law — whistleblowers have shaped our democracy and protected our rights. Want to learn more? Get the whole backstory and legal evolution in Rules for Whistleblowers: A Handbook for Doing What’s Right, written by whistleblower attorney and advocate Stephen M. Kohn.
Read the History of National Whistleblower Day
Sincerely, Jane Turner FBI Whistleblower and Board Member National Whistleblower Center

Celebrate National Whistleblower Day by contacting your legislators today and urge them to support the Whistleblower Protection Act Click here to contact US Congress

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Action 5 of 2024: Fix FCA Loopholes

Action 5 of 2024 is a very important initiative to fix the False Claims Act (FCA) loopholes. The qui tam provision of the False Claims Act is under attack. This is notable because reports by whistleblowers are responsible for over 70% of recovered assets under the FCA. These recoveries amount to over $50 billion. Thanks for all your support so far! We’ve completed over half of our actions to kick off 2024, and we only have three more to go!

Action 5 of 2024 asks you to please send this prewritten email template to your Representative. Demand that they pass the Administrative False Claims Act to close major loopholes in the law. Follow this link to read, Protect the False Claims Act. Write your representative today, about recent attempts to undermine the False Claims Act by corporate interests and huge lobbying powers.

In a June, 2023 FCA whistleblower case, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas wrote a dissent. It contained language which questioned the constitutionality of the FCA whistleblower provisions. In the next months, multiple motions picking up on Thomas’ line of reasoning were filed. These motions pose a major threat to the United States’ most important and effective anti-fraud law.

Senator Charles Grassley (R Iowa) introduced S.659 – Administrative False Claims Act of 2023, which would close a loophole that fraudsters seek to exploit. It has already been passed unanimously in the Senate, and now it is up to the House to pass it.

The False Claims Act is a Success

Since its 1986 amendment, the False Claims Act has been extraordinarily successful. It has recovered over $72 billion in fraud between 1986 and 2022, according to the Department of Justice. Over 70% of the funds recovered have been triggered by qui tam, or whistleblower, cases. The FCA Qui tam provision has been lauded by both Republicans and Democrats. It is the most effective tool for fighting fraud. Additionally, it is one of the few government programs that brings money back into the pockets of the American people. It does so while protecting them.

Basically, Action 5 of 2024: Fix FCA Loopholes asks you to prevent the attempts to weaken the False Claims Act. Please urge your representatives to get this bill to the floor of the house as quickly as possible. Protect the American people and keep lobbyists and private interests out of the pockets of everyday taxpayers. Keep them away from the brave whistleblowers who use the False Claims Act to root out fraud.

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