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Sexual Harassment

Actions Needed to Ensure Consistent Agency Policies for Research Institutions

Sexual harassment in federally funded research environments continues to undermine safety, career advancement, and policy accountability. The GAO report highlights major delays by OSTP and NSF in implementing mandated actions, leaving agencies without consistent policies or timelines. Without coordinated monitoring and clear reporting requirements, research institutions risk uneven enforcement and limited transparency. The report calls for stronger oversight, clarified guidelines, and improved interagency data sharing to prevent repeat misconduct.

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Sexual Harassment
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Publisher:Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Published:September 1, 2025
License:Public Domain

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