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Protecting Federal Judiciary Employees from Discrimination and Retaliation

This act introduces new rules to protect federal judiciary employees from discrimination and retaliation for reporting misconduct. It establishes new bodies like the Commission on Judicial Integrity, the Office of Judicial Integrity, and the Office of Employee Advocacy to ensure fair treatment and avenues for complaints. This provides employees with greater security and support in case of violations.
Key points
Anti-Discrimination: Federal judiciary employees are protected from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, or disability.
Whistleblower Protection: Employees reporting legal violations or misconduct within the federal judiciary are protected from retaliation such as dismissal, demotion, or harassment.
New Support Institutions: New offices and commissions are established to handle complaints, conduct investigations, offer legal and psychological support, and monitor workplace culture within the judiciary.
Easier Complaint Filing: Employees can file complaints with the newly created bodies and may receive reimbursement for reasonable expenses, including attorney fees, incurred during investigations.
Increased Transparency: The new provisions require regular public reporting of anonymized workplace misconduct complaints and employment statistics, aiming to increase transparency and accountability.
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Print number: 117_HR_4827
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]
Process start date: 2021-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Judiciary Accountability Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4827.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Anti-Discrimination: Federal judiciary employees are protected from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, or disability.
  • Whistleblower Protection: Employees reporting legal violations or misconduct within the federal judiciary are protected from retaliation such as dismissal, demotion, or harassment.
  • New Support Institutions: New offices and commissions are established to handle complaints, conduct investigations, offer legal and psychological support, and monitor workplace culture within the judiciary.
  • Easier Complaint Filing: Employees can file complaints with the newly created bodies and may receive reimbursement for reasonable expenses, including attorney fees, incurred during investigations.
  • Increased Transparency: The new provisions require regular public reporting of anonymized workplace misconduct complaints and employment statistics, aiming to increase transparency and accountability.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Courts and Law Labor