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HB 6378

AN ACT CONCERNING SEXUAL MISCONDUCT.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Minnie Gonzalez and 1 co-sponsor

Connecticut bill HB 6378 addresses sexual misconduct policies; specific provisions under judiciary review as of January 2025.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Judiciary
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Bill Summary · HB 6378

Legislative bill overview

HB 6378 is a Connecticut bill addressing sexual misconduct, introduced by Representatives Minnie Gonzalez and Geraldo Reyes. The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Judiciary on January 23, 2025, but specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed in available summaries.

Why is this important

Sexual misconduct legislation affects workplace safety, educational institutions, and victim protections across Connecticut. Such bills typically influence how allegations are investigated, adjudicated, and remedied, impacting both accountability mechanisms and due process protections.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope clarity — How broadly "sexual misconduct" is defined and which sectors it covers (workplaces, schools, public institutions, private entities)
  • Burden of proof and evidentiary standards — Whether the bill establishes clear standards for investigations and whether it affects existing civil/criminal procedures
  • Victim protections versus accused rights — Balancing confidentiality, support services, and remedies for victims while maintaining due process for those accused

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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