A recent poll conducted by the Universidad Abierta Interamericana (UAI) revealed that the majority of women in Argentina have been on the receiving end of unwanted harassment while walking down the street. More than 70% of the women surveyed said they’d recently heard sexual comments from strangers, 56% said they cross the street when they see a group of men, and 42% said they are afraid of walking alone in public.

Under the new law, women could report sexual harassment in public places. The complaint would then be reviewed by a judge, who would interview witnesses and determine whether a fine should be levied. 

The proposed legislation has raised concerns from Argentine men, who worry that their well-intentioned compliments could be taken as more aggressive than they intended.