Measure Blocked
The House of Representatives voted to block a measure that would have forced the release of all congressional sexual misconduct and harassment investigation records.
Context
The House Ethics Committee is responsible for investigating allegations of misconduct against members of Congress, but it is not required to make its findings public. House rules prohibit members from having sexual relationships with their staff.
Vote Details
The House voted 357-65 on Wednesday to refer the resolution to the House Ethics Committee, a procedural move that effectively killed it.
