Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act

The bill, titled "To amend the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995," was introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 8126 on March 26, 2026. The purpose of the bill is to require Members of Congress to reimburse the Treasury for amounts paid as settlements and awards under such Act in all cases of employment discrimination acts committed personally by Members. Additionally, the bill seeks to allow individuals filing claims under the Act to submit an amended claim if the initial review by a hearing officer indicates that the claimant is not a covered employee under the Act or has not stated a claim for relief under title IV of the Act.