The proposed bill, known as the "Right to Speak Your Truth Act," aims to limit defamation claims related to accusations of sexual misconduct, abuse, assault, or harassment. Under this act, individuals who are accused of such acts cannot file defamation lawsuits unless specific conditions are met. These conditions include proving that it is impossible for the accused to have committed the act, that the accuser has been impeached in a related court proceeding, that the accuser has made contradictory public statements, or that the accuser has publicly denied the occurrence of the reported misconduct.

The bill emphasizes that these provisions apply only when the accusation has been formally reported, which encompasses disclosures made to law enforcement, human resources, media outlets, or on social media platforms. This legislation seeks to provide a framework that protects individuals from defamation claims in the context of serious allegations while ensuring that legitimate claims can still be addressed in court.