Congressional Services
The Office of the Whistleblower Ombuds provides confidential services to Member offices and House committees in support of their work with whistleblowers – whether they are constituents or oversight sources. Use the dropdowns below to learn more.
Trainings- The Office provides trainings on best practices for working with whistleblowers. House offices may also request private sessions. Learn more.
- The Office holds special events and tablings for House audience. Learn more.
Trainings
Developing ProceduresThe Office assists House offices with developing whistleblower intake and case management procedures. It has guides and templates to get you started.
- Download our Training Manual and Model Forms (HouseNet)
- Get Encrypted Whistleblower Communication Tools (HouseNet)
- Use our Intake Case Management Infographic and Checklist for key steps
- View all Guidance Documents and Training Videos, from intake to oversight
- Designate an Office Whistleblower Liaison (OWL)
Developing Procedures
Case ConsultationsThe Office provides confidential consultations to support House staff and Members in responding to whistleblowers. Commonly covered topics include:
- Guidance for conducting intake and maintaining confidentiality
- Which Law? (check out our menu of sector-specific fact sheets)
- Referrals for disclosures, including committees of jurisdiction
- Additional Resources for Whistleblowers
Case Consultations
Technical Legislative ExpertiseThe Office provides technical expertise for whistleblower legislation, including tracking bills, providing technical feedback, and identifying bipartisan best practices.
Technical Legislative Expertise
House Requirements for Working with WhistleblowersThe House Code of Official Conduct includes requirements for working with whistleblowers. Some limitations and exceptions exist, and the Office is prepared to assist House offices with compliance.
- Clause 20 prohibits the House from engaging in retaliation against individuals because of truthful disclosures made to certain congressional offices or to law enforcement
- Clause 21 prohibits the House from publicly disclosing the identity of, or personally identifiable information about, an individual who has engaged in protected whistleblowing with Congress, without prior written consent or other limited exceptions
House Requirements for Working with Whistleblowers