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Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act

USA119th CongressHR-8126| House 
| Updated: 3/26/2026
Mary Gay Scanlon

Mary Gay Scanlon

Democratic Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (3)
Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Lauren Underwood (Democratic)

Committee on House Administration

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill significantly amends the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to enhance accountability for employment discrimination and improve support for employees. A key provision requires Members of Congress to reimburse the Treasury for amounts paid as settlements and awards in all cases of employment discrimination acts committed personally by them. Additionally, other employing offices must reimburse the Treasury for claims involving retaliation against employees who file discrimination claims, expanding financial accountability beyond direct discrimination. The legislation also allows individuals filing claims under the Act to file an amended claim if a preliminary review determines they are not a covered employee or have not stated a claim for which relief may be granted. This provides claimants an opportunity to correct deficiencies in their initial filings. If an amended claim is not filed within 10 days or also fails preliminary review, the individual may still pursue a civil action, though a formal hearing is precluded. Finally, the bill permits the Office of Employee Advocacy to provide assistance to covered employees of the House of Representatives in connection with civil actions related to alleged violations of the Act. This support can be offered at any time, including after a civil action has been filed, thereby strengthening the resources available to employees pursuing their rights.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-7542
Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5464
Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act
Mar 26, 2026
Introduced in House
Mar 26, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-7542
    Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5464
    Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act


  • March 26, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • March 26, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Congress

Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act

USA119th CongressHR-8126| House 
| Updated: 3/26/2026
This bill significantly amends the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to enhance accountability for employment discrimination and improve support for employees. A key provision requires Members of Congress to reimburse the Treasury for amounts paid as settlements and awards in all cases of employment discrimination acts committed personally by them. Additionally, other employing offices must reimburse the Treasury for claims involving retaliation against employees who file discrimination claims, expanding financial accountability beyond direct discrimination. The legislation also allows individuals filing claims under the Act to file an amended claim if a preliminary review determines they are not a covered employee or have not stated a claim for which relief may be granted. This provides claimants an opportunity to correct deficiencies in their initial filings. If an amended claim is not filed within 10 days or also fails preliminary review, the individual may still pursue a civil action, though a formal hearing is precluded. Finally, the bill permits the Office of Employee Advocacy to provide assistance to covered employees of the House of Representatives in connection with civil actions related to alleged violations of the Act. This support can be offered at any time, including after a civil action has been filed, thereby strengthening the resources available to employees pursuing their rights.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-7542
Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5464
Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act
Mar 26, 2026
Introduced in House
Mar 26, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-7542
    Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5464
    Congressional Accountability Act Enhancement Act


  • March 26, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • March 26, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Mary Gay Scanlon

Mary Gay Scanlon

Democratic Representative

Pennsylvania

Cosponsors (3)
Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Lauren Underwood (Democratic)

Committee on House Administration

Congress

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted