Directing the Committee on Ethics to preserve and release records of the Committee's review of the alleged misconduct of Matthew Louis Gaetz II of Florida while serving as a Member of the House of Representatives.

Legislation Details

Directs the Committee on Ethics to preserve and release records related to the review of alleged misconduct by Matthew Louis Gaetz II while serving in the House of Representatives.
Acknowledges Gaetz’s service in the House from January 3, 2017, to November 13, 2024.
References the constitutional authority of each House to determine its rules and punish members for disorderly behavior.
Cites the Committee on Ethics’ authority to investigate alleged violations of the Code of Official Conduct and other applicable laws or standards.
Notes that the Committee initiated a review on April 9, 2021, regarding allegations of sexual misconduct, illicit drug use, misuse of state identification records, conversion of campaign funds for personal use, and acceptance of bribes or improper gifts.
Mentions a statement from the Committee on June 18, 2024, acknowledging ongoing reviews of Gaetz’s alleged misconduct.
States that if Gaetz engaged in the alleged violations, it would impact the rights of the House and the integrity of the legislative process.
Requires the Committee to:
- Preserve all documents and investigative materials related to Gaetz’s conduct.
- Publicly release the Committee’s report, findings, recommendations, and proposed disciplinary actions regarding the alleged violations.
- Anonymize witness identities and redact personally identifiable information of minors and victims before public release of documents.