Congress Leads by Example Act of 2026 enhances workplace protections for legislative branch employees.

The Congress Leads by Example Act of 2026 amends the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to enhance workplace protections for employees of the legislative branch. It includes provisions to make hearings and deliberations open to the public, provides whistleblower protections, and restricts discriminatory treatment based on bankruptcy status. The Act also mandates mediation for claims, requires retention of records necessary to administer anti-discrimination laws, and applies parental bereavement leave to covered employees.

Congress Leads by Example Act of 2026 enhances workplace protections for legislative branch employees.

The Congress Leads by Example Act of 2026 amends the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to enhance workplace protections for employees of the legislative branch. It includes provisions to make hearings and deliberations open to the public, provides whistleblower protections, and restricts discriminatory treatment based on bankruptcy status. The Act also mandates mediation for claims, requires retention of records necessary to administer anti-discrimination laws, and applies parental bereavement leave to covered employees.