Ending Workplace Harassment Secrecy Clauses and Tax Changes.
This act aims to combat workplace harassment, including sexual harassment, by prohibiting non-disclosure and non-disparagement clauses in employment agreements. It also modifies tax laws so that harassment settlements are not taxed for victims, and companies cannot deduct related expenses. This seeks to increase transparency and employer accountability.
Key points
Prohibits non-disclosure and non-disparagement clauses in employment contracts related to workplace harassment, including sexual harassment.
Excludes amounts received from judgments, awards, and settlements for workplace harassment and discrimination from taxable income.
Denies tax deductions for amounts paid by employers in judgments, awards, and related legal fees concerning workplace harassment.
Requires public companies to disclose information about workplace harassment settlements and judgments in their financial reports (Form 10-K).
Enhances professional training and public education campaigns on preventing workplace harassment, including bystander intervention.
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