119-HRES-1100 Journalist Public Summary

Headline Summary

A House resolution by Rep. Nancy Mace would force the Ethics Committee to keep and publicly release redacted records from past and current sexual‑harassment investigations of members; the House referred it to the Ethics Committee on March 4, 2026, in a 357–65 vote (one present), which likely shelves it. (mace.house.gov)

What It Does

The measure directs the House Ethics Committee to preserve all documents tied to alleged sexual harassment or unwelcome sexual advances by members and, within 60 days of adoption, make final (or most‑recent draft) reports and related materials public with victims’ identifying details redacted. The resolution cites House Rule XXIII’s anti‑discrimination/anti‑harassment clause and its ban on sexual relationships with staff supervised by the member or on a committee the member serves. (mace.house.gov)

Who’s For It

• Sponsor Rep. Nancy Mace (R‑S.C.), who argues greater transparency will deter misconduct and show taxpayers how complaints were handled. (mace.house.gov)
• Some rank‑and‑file Republicans associated with broader transparency pushes (e.g., over related records in high‑profile cases) are aligned with the theme of disclosure highlighted in coverage of the effort. (rollcall.com)

Who’s Against It

• House Ethics Committee leadership signaled opposition ahead of the vote, reflecting long‑standing confidentiality practices meant to protect victims, witnesses, and due process. (axios.com)
• A bipartisan majority sent the resolution to the Ethics Committee (357–65, one present), a procedural step reporters note is likely to halt it. (rollcall.com)

What’s Next

As of March 4, 2026, the resolution sits in the House Ethics Committee. Because this is a simple House resolution (H.Res.), it never goes to the Senate or the President; it would take effect only if the House later adopts it. Observers say referral makes further action unlikely unless committee leaders choose to advance it. (rollcall.com)