DIGEST
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HB 161 Engrossed 2024 Regular Session Bayham
Abstract: Provides that a nondisclosure agreement does not apply in cases involving sexual
harassment or a hostile work environment.
Proposed law defines "hostile work environment".
Proposed law defines "sexual harassment".
Proposed law provides that nondisclosure agreements are not enforceable in cases involving sexual
harassment or a hostile work environment.
Proposed law provides that proposed law shall not restrict the ability of an individual to enter into
a confidential settlement agreement relating to sexual harassment or a hostile work environment that
arises during the employment period.
(Adds R.S. 9:2717.3)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The Committee Amendments Proposed by House Committee on Civil Law and Procedure to the
original bill:
1. Add an exception that proposed law shall not restrict the ability of an individual to enter
into a confidential settlement agreement relating to cases involving sexual harassment
or a hostile work environment that arise during the employment period.
2. Make technical changes.