CFTC Whistleblower Protection and Program Improvement Act of...
A bill to amend the Commodity Exchange Act to adjust the period during which amounts transferred by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to the account for customer education initiatives and non-awards expenses shall remain available, to strengthen anti-retaliation protections for whistleblowers, to ensure whistleblowers are informed of their rights, and for other purposes.
This bill aims to update the Commodity Exchange Act by extending the period during which funds transferred by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) can be used for customer education and non-award expenses. It also seeks to enhance protections for whistleblowers, ensuring they are safeguarded against retaliation and informed of their rights.
The bill would primarily affect the CFTC and those involved in customer education and whistleblower protection within the commodities market. By extending the availability of funds, it ensures that educational initiatives and non-award expenses have sufficient resources. The strengthened anti-retaliation protections and rights awareness for whistleblowers aim to foster a safer environment for reporting violations.
As of July 29, 2026, the bill has been introduced and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. No further actions have been recorded, and it is currently under review. This initial step involves reading the bill twice and assigning it to a committee for detailed examination and potential amendments.
