H.R. 8300 119th Congress House

Swalwell Act

Official title: To prohibit the use of taxpayer funds for settlements of workplace misconduct claims involving Members of Congress or senior staff of the House of Representati… Show full official titleShow less

Official title: 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.

Introduced: April 15, 2026 Introduced by: Paul A. Gosar Republican · Arizona See on congress.gov

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Apr 15, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Apr 15, 2026

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What's happening now April 15, 2026

Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

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