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Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 4524) to limit the judicial enforceability of predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses relating to disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment; and for other purposes.
4/17/2024, 11:45 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1464
Bill 117 H.Res. 1464, also known as the "Predispute Nondisclosure and Nondisparagement Contract Clauses Limitation Act," is a piece of legislation being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to restrict the enforceability of certain clauses in contracts that prevent individuals from disclosing or speaking negatively about incidents of sexual assault or harassment.
Specifically, the bill focuses on predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses, which are often included in contracts to prevent victims of sexual misconduct from speaking out about their experiences. These clauses can have the effect of silencing victims and allowing perpetrators to avoid accountability for their actions.
If passed, the bill would limit the judicial enforceability of these clauses in cases involving sexual assault and harassment. This would give victims the ability to speak out about their experiences without fear of legal repercussions. In addition to addressing these specific contract clauses, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to sexual assault and harassment. These additional measures are not specified in the summary provided. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1464 seeks to empower victims of sexual misconduct by limiting the use of certain contract clauses that silence them. It is currently being considered by Congress and may have significant implications for how cases of sexual assault and harassment are handled in the future.
Specifically, the bill focuses on predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses, which are often included in contracts to prevent victims of sexual misconduct from speaking out about their experiences. These clauses can have the effect of silencing victims and allowing perpetrators to avoid accountability for their actions.
If passed, the bill would limit the judicial enforceability of these clauses in cases involving sexual assault and harassment. This would give victims the ability to speak out about their experiences without fear of legal repercussions. In addition to addressing these specific contract clauses, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to sexual assault and harassment. These additional measures are not specified in the summary provided. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1464 seeks to empower victims of sexual misconduct by limiting the use of certain contract clauses that silence them. It is currently being considered by Congress and may have significant implications for how cases of sexual assault and harassment are handled in the future.
Current Status of Bill HRES 1464
Bill HRES 1464 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 14, 2022. Bill HRES 1464 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 14, 2022. Bill HRES 1464's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of November 15, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1464
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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