To prohibit the use of taxpayer funds for settlements of workplace misconduct claims involving Members of Congress or senior staff of the House of Representatives or the Senate, require personal financial accountability, ensure transparency of past settlements while protecting victims, and mandate referral of criminal allegations to the Department of Justice, and for other purposes.

This legislation proposes to prohibit the use of federal taxpayer funds to pay for settlements or awards resulting from workplace misconduct claims involving Members of Congress or senior legislative staff. Instead of using public money, the bill aims to require personal financial accountability from the individuals accused of misconduct, ensuring that those responsible for the behavior are the ones who pay for the legal resolutions. If enacted, the bill would also mandate that any allegations involving potentially criminal conduct be referred to the Department of Justice for investigation. Additionally, the proposal seeks to increase transparency regarding past settlements paid by the government while maintaining privacy protections for the victims involved. By shifting the financial burden from the public to the individual officials, the bill intends to reform how the House and Senate handle internal harassment and discrimination claims.