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MA H1778
MA H1778Concerning nondisclosure agreements relative to sexual harassment and discrimination
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relativerelative to sexual harassment and discrimination. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits nondisclosure agreements that prevent the disclosure of information related to claims of sexual harassment, discrimination based on sex, gender identity or sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting such incidents. It allows victims to request that their identity be shielded in settlement agreements, but otherwise voids any provisions that prevent the disclosure of factual information about such claims. The bill also prohibits the use of public funds to settle such claims against public employees and allows for professional discipline of attorneys who demand or advise clients to include prohibited nondisclosure provisions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Alyson Sullivan (R)*,
Donnie Berthiaume (R),
David DeCoste (R),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Joe McKenna (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1778 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1778.pdf |
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