HARASSMENT, ASSAULT, AND MISCONDUCT: WHISTLEBLOWER ONLINE INTAKE FORM
Whistleblowers play a vital role in helping Congress to conduct its constitutionally mandated oversight responsibilities. Congresswoman Torres is committed to working to ensure the executive branch respects the constitution and the law. Through this form the office is interested in hearing directly from residents about reports of assault, harassment, misconduct, or additional information you think Congress must know. Your disclosures can make a difference reforming the nation’s systems to prevent misconduct. Congress has the authority to create, structure, and conduct oversight over the executive and judicial branches of government; however, please do not submit through this form any pending federal cases before the court, classified information, or other information barred from release.
The right for anyone, including public employees, to communicate with Congress, in their private capacities, is established in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Further, federal employees have the right to petition Congress under 5 U.S. Code § 7211. However, individuals still take serious risks when they make allegations of wrongdoing.
We strongly recommend you consult with an attorney experienced in representing whistleblowers before you make a disclosure. The Office of Congresswoman Torres is here to try to provide you with resources should you need them. Please find a list of resources that may include nonprofit whistleblower support organizations and free or low-cost legal resources, including those with experience helping individuals dealing with harassment and misconduct here.
If you wish to report misconduct, you may fill out the form below, contact us by telephone (202-225-6161), or email Disclosures.CA35@mail.house.gov. To better protect your communications, do not contact us using work resources or while you are working.
We will do everything we can to respect your confidentiality, and we will use your contact information only to follow up with you regarding your submission. You may submit a disclosure anonymously. However, please be aware that anonymous disclosures may limit our ability to respond to the information that you provide.
Legal Disclaimer: The information conveyed on this form is for general informational purposes only, and does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice. Individuals should consult with their own private attorney with respect to any legal matter.