To encourage more candid disclosure of wrongdoing in federal agencies, what legislation did Congress pass in 1989?
A) Securities and Exchange Commission Act
B) Whistleblower Protection Act
C) Administrative Relief Act
D) Pendleton Act
E) Public Disclosure Act

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The Whistleblower Protection Act was passed by Congress in 1989 to encourage federal employees to disclose wrongdoing in their agencies without fear of retaliation. This law protects whistleblowers from adverse employment actions and provides avenues for them to report wrongdoing to the appropriate channels.

To Encourage More Candid Disclosure of Wrongdoing in Federal Agencies