What law protects Federal employees from unfavorable personnel actions for making protected disclosures?

The Whistleblower Protection Act is the correct choice, as it specifically safeguards federal employees from retaliatory actions when they make protected disclosures about violations of laws or acts of misconduct within their organizations. This legislation encourages transparency and accountability within government agencies by offering legal protections to individuals who report suspected wrongdoing, ensuring that they are not subject to unfair treatment or punitive measures as a result of their disclosures.

In contrast, while 10 USC 1034 addresses protected communications, particularly in the context of military personnel, it does not cover the broader spectrum of federal employees' protections as comprehensively as the Whistleblower Protection Act. The No Fear Act focuses on ensuring that federal employees are informed of their rights and that agencies are held accountable for violations related to discrimination and whistleblower retaliation, but it does not provide the specific protections offered under the Whistleblower Protection Act. Lastly, the Freedom of Information Act is focused on the public's right to access government information, which does not relate to employee protections against retaliatory actions for whistleblowing.