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MA H1887
MA H1887Concerning nondisclosure agreements relative to sexual harassment and discrimination
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1887 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1887.pdf |
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