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Harassment Complaints on the Rise on Capitol Hill

Complaints of harassment and hostile work environments are on the rise on Capitol Hill, where offices aren’t required to keep personnel records, provide mandatory anti-discrimination training or protect whistleblowers despite forcing other government agencies and private employers to do so, according to a new report. Lawmakers collectively employ about 30,000 people working in crammed Capitol Hill suites or storefront district offices across the country, and at support agencies, including the Architect of the Capitol and U.S. Capitol Police. Roughly two-thirds of legislative branch employees call the Washington area home, according to estimates by the nonpartisan Office of Compliance, which monitors congressional workplace issues. The office’s annual “State of the Congressional Workplace” report finds that a growing number of congressional staffers are seeking advice on how to deal with harassment and discipline issues. Click here to read more.
 
 



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