NDAA FY2023 UAP Whistleblower and Reporting Provisions

Issuing Body: United States Congress · Date: December 23, 2022 · Type: Legislation

Overview

The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (NDAA FY2023) included significant provisions related to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP), establishing whistleblower protections for government employees reporting UAP-related information, expanding reporting requirements for military and intelligence personnel, and creating secure channels for UAP disclosures. These provisions represented a major legislative milestone in congressional oversight of UAP matters.

Issuing Authority

  • Authority: United States Congress
  • Legislation: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023
  • Date Enacted: December 23, 2022
  • Document Type: Federal Legislation

Key Provisions

  • UAP whistleblower protections for government employees
  • Expanded reporting requirements for military personnel
  • Secure reporting channels for UAP-related information
  • Congressional notification requirements for UAP incidents
  • Protection against retaliation for UAP reporting
  • Enhanced oversight mechanisms for UAP programs