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| https://rodneydavis.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400025 | House and Senate Unanimously Approve Reforms to Sexual Harassment Policies | 2018-12-14 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Republican | House | IL | Rodney Davis | D000619 | rodneydavis.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill.) released the following statement after both the House and Senate unanimously approvedbipartisan legislation to reform sexual harassment rules within the Legislative Branch.The House led on strengthening protections against sexual harassment in the workplace and I'm glad both chambers were able to work together to get this done before the start of the new Congress,said Davis.This compromise bill increases transparency, provides greater reporting requirements, and for the first time ever, ensures taxpayers are not footing the bill for any misconduct by members of Congress. Whether you work in government, in the media, in Hollywood, or elsewhere, no one should have to worry about sexual harassment when they come to work. I believe members of Congress should lead our nation by example and today is a huge step in that direction. Background These changes are the result of months of discussions and hearings led by the Committee on House Administration and a compromise between the House and Senate passed bills. Reforms made by this compromise bill include: -Changes processes offices must follow to protect employees. -Streamlines and strengthens the dispute resolution and reporting processes. -Protects taxpayer dollars by requiring members of Congress to reimburse the Treasury for settlements made against them. -Strengthens transparency by requiringrelease information annually on payments of awards and settlements. -Provides another resource to legislative branch employees, including House employees, known as confidential advisors. While not authorized to represent employees in internal adjudication or court proceedings, they are available to provide privileged and confidential consultations. Related: House Unanimously Approves Reforms to Sexual Harassment Policies Bipartisan Group Introduces Bill Reforming Sexual Harassment Policies | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |