HI SB1041

Prohibits employers from requiring employees to sign nondisclosure agreements that prevent disclosure of sexual harassment or sexual assault occurring in the workplace, at work-related events, or between employees and employers.

Makes it an unlawful employment practice for employers to retaliate against employees for disclosing or discussing sexual harassment or sexual assault.

Exempts human resources employees required to maintain confidentiality of investigations as part of their official duties from the nondisclosure prohibition.

Exempts employees requested to maintain confidentiality of ongoing human resources investigations from the nondisclosure prohibition.

Permits confidential settlements between employees alleging sexual harassment or assault and employers only if the employee consents to confidentiality; effective January 1, 2050.