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    Congress To Make Members Pay Out Of Pocket For Sexual Harassment Settlements

    Lawmakers are expected to vote this week to overhaul how Congress handles accusations of sexual misconduct. The deal follows a nearly yearlong standoff over member liability and other issues.
    by Kelsey Snell Dec 12, 2018 2 minutes
    After months of gridlock, lawmakers have reached a deal on a bill overhauling how Congress handles sexual harassment claims.

    Updated at 7:20 p.m. ET

    Congressional negotiators have reached an agreement to overhaul the system for handling accusations of sexual misconduct against members, including a requirement that members pay out of pocket for some settlements and court judgments.

    "For too long, victims of sexual harassment in

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