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Workplace Protections and Transparency: New Rules for Reporting Misconduct

This act introduces new obligations for public companies regarding the disclosure of discrimination and harassment claims. It aims to increase transparency and accountability for employers, potentially improving citizens' safety and comfort at work. Companies will also be required to provide mandatory training and independent investigations into misconduct.
Key points
Public companies must disclose quarterly and annually the number of discrimination and harassment claims, resolutions, and payments made.
Mandatory training for all employees, including managers, on preventing discrimination and harassment and employee rights will be introduced.
All discrimination and harassment claims must be investigated by independent, third-party law firms, chosen with the consent of all parties involved.
Companies will be required to establish an anonymous whistleblower tip line and conduct annual surveys on employee safety and comfort in reporting misconduct.
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Print number: 118_HR_6157
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]
Process start date: 2023-11-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protections and Transparency in the Workplace Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6157.

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 2023-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Public companies must disclose quarterly and annually the number of discrimination and harassment claims, resolutions, and payments made.
  • Mandatory training for all employees, including managers, on preventing discrimination and harassment and employee rights will be introduced.
  • All discrimination and harassment claims must be investigated by independent, third-party law firms, chosen with the consent of all parties involved.
  • Companies will be required to establish an anonymous whistleblower tip line and conduct annual surveys on employee safety and comfort in reporting misconduct.
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. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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