This resolution amends House rules to prohibit Members of Congress from entering into sexual relationships with House employees. The ban applies to all House members, delegates, and resident commissioners, but contains two exceptions: relationships between married couples are permitted, and the House Ethics Committee can grant exemptions for relationships with employees who do not work under the member's supervision and are not on any committee the member serves. The Ethics Committee must establish confidential procedures within 60 days for members seeking exemptions, which will require disclosure of the relationship and a review to ensure no conflicts of interest exist. The Committee can take any action it deems necessary to protect the House's integrity and must be notified if circumstances change regarding any granted exemption. This resolution applies to all current and future House members.
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