House adopts Massie resolution to release records on lawmaker sexual misconduct monetary settlements
Summary
The House of Representatives voted almost unanimously to approve a resolution by Rep. Thomas Massie. The resolution orders the House Ethics Committee to keep and share records of money paid to settle sexual misconduct cases involving lawmakers.Key Facts
- The resolution was introduced by Rep. Thomas Massie from Kentucky.
- It requires the House Ethics Committee to keep records of monetary settlements related to sexual misconduct by lawmakers.
- The House voted 420 in favor and 1 Republican voted “present.”
- The resolution aims to increase transparency about sexual misconduct settlements in Congress.
- This action is part of broader efforts to address misconduct among lawmakers.
- The vote took place on a Tuesday, though the exact date is not given.
- The measure applies only to the House of Representatives, not the Senate.
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