No Campaign Funded Cover-Ups Act
To prohibit the use of campaign contributions or legal defense funds to pay settlements or penalties related to sexual assault, sexual abuse, and sexual harassment claims, and for other purposes.
This bill aims to prevent campaign funds or legal defense funds from being used to pay settlements or penalties related to claims of sexual assault, sexual abuse, and sexual harassment. This means that if someone is accused of these serious offenses, their campaign or legal defense funds cannot be used to cover the costs of their legal troubles. This bill seeks to ensure transparency and accountability in addressing such serious allegations.
This bill would affect politicians and their campaigns, as well as anyone involved in legal disputes over sexual misconduct. It ensures that public funds or contributions meant for political campaigns are not misused to hide wrongdoings. By prohibiting the use of these funds for settlements or penalties, the bill intends to uphold the integrity of the political process and protect the rights of victims.
HB9961 was introduced on July 27, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on House Administration on the same day. This means it is in the early stages of the legislative process, where it will be reviewed and potentially amended before moving forward.
