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to exploit the vulnerabilities of the athletes and the victims rather than help them. reporter: kukors smith filed one of at least eight lawsuits against usa swimming claiming sexual abuse the organization says it supports any government investigation that goes toward protecting athletes. and this summer instituted a new abuse prevention policy. this document outlining the rules including meetings between a minor athlete and adult may only occur if another adult is present and legal guardians must be copied on all electronic communications, including social media. it s not enough but it s a great first step you know, i m very hopeful that parents are starting to be educated that s a huge piece of this. reporter: team usa is requiring these new guidelines across all sport tonight, it s swimming in the spotlight amid allegations they didn t do enough to protect young athletes kristen dahlgren, nbc news, new york. all right.