Sexual Harassment Rules Under Review For Congress

WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers reviewing the issue of sexual harassment on Capitol Hill say they’re disturbed by what they’ve found. They say congressional staff members are unclear about where they can go for help and they don’t believe there will be repercussions for perpetrators. And the current requirements for reporting harassment can work against those filing complaints. One of the congresswomen leading a task force on the matter is Florida Republican Kat Cammack. She says the current system is designed to have a chilling effect on victims who come forward. The task force is expected to release recommendations with a goal of taking action before year’s end.