H.B. 2063 Summary

• Prohibits enforcement of confidentiality clauses in employment agreements related to sexual harassment or sexual assault claims, except as required by federal law.

• Allows employees to voluntarily request confidentiality of a legal settlement or arbitrator's award to protect their privacy.

• Establishes civil penalties requiring liquidated damages equal to three times the settlement or award amount if an employer requests or pressures an employee to sign a confidentiality agreement related to sexual harassment or sexual assault claims.

• Bans mandatory arbitration agreements for sexual harassment and sexual assault claims beginning July 1, 2020, while permitting voluntary arbitration if both parties agree.

• Provides employees with 21 days to review any voluntary confidentiality agreement and an additional 7 days to revoke consent after signing.