HB2228

Providing for limitation on judicial enforceability of nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses regarding sexual assault or sexual harassment.

Introduced·2/20/26
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB2228 limits enforceability of nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses in sexual assault or harassment cases.

HB2228 prohibits judicial enforcement of nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses in contracts related to sexual assault or harassment in Pennsylvania. This law aims to protect individuals' rights to report and discuss such incidents, ensuring they are not silenced by contractual agreements. The act does not affect provisions governing pseudonyms or trade secrets. It applies to claims filed after the act's effective date, which is 60 days after enactment.

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Current
Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 20

House

Referred to Judiciary