Political Quotes

Jackie Speier: Well, it changes it dramatically. Right now, there's literally 90 days that a victim has to wait before they can either…

On the recordNovember 14, 2017
Well, it changes it dramatically. Right now, there's literally 90 days that a victim has to wait before they can either file a complaint or go to court. They also have to file and sign a nondisclosure agreement. They aren't represented by any counsel, and yet the harasser is represented by the House of Representatives.
Said by
Jackie Speier
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Speier explains how her proposed legislation will reform the current system for handling sexual harassment claims in Congress.

Share

More from Jackie Speier

Sep 20, 2022

How will you ensure that the Special Trial Counsels are highly experienced and effective, and that you have enough of them for the rising caseloads of covered offenses?

congress.gov
Jul 28, 2022

Military women are therefore understandably concerned about access to reproductive healthcare.

congress.gov
Oct 30, 2022

What has happened in this country has happened as a result of Donald Trump giving license to people to spread the QAnon message and to attack.

transcripts.cnn.com
Jul 28, 2022

Covered abortions is what is critical here. So, only for rape, incest, and life of the mother will they cover the cost.

congress.gov

Other voices in this conversation