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MA H1887

MA H1887
Concerning nondisclosure agreements relative to sexual harassment and discrimination


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relativerelative to sexual harassment and discrimination. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the use of nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) that prevent the disclosure of information related to claims of sexual harassment, sex discrimination, or retaliation in the workplace. The bill allows victims to disclose factual information about such claims, except for their own identity, and requires that public funds not be used to settle these types of claims against public employees. The bill also provides for legal remedies, including the ability to recover attorney's fees, and potential professional discipline for attorneys who include prohibited NDA provisions as a condition of settlement.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)

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