Swalwell Act

This bill would bar the use of federal money to pay settlements, awards, or judgments for workplace misconduct claims, such as discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, against Members of Congress or senior congressional staff. Those found liable or who settle would have to pay the full amount personally and could not be repaid with federal or campaign funds. The Clerk of the House and Secretary of the Senate would publish a searchable database of such settlements, including past ones paid with public funds since January 1, 1995, without identifying victims. Possible federal crimes by Members or senior staff would have to be referred to the Department of Justice, and violators would face a civil penalty of at least 200 percent of the amount improperly paid.

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Sponsors

• Paul A. Gosar Republican sponsor
• 11 cosponsors