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ID H0577
Bill
Status
2/10/2022
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
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Adds new Section 73-405 to Idaho Code establishing requirements for employers with coronavirus vaccine mandates regarding religious exemptions.
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Shifts burden of proof to employers to demonstrate that denying a religious exemption from a coronavirus vaccine requirement is both essential to furthering a compelling interest and the least restrictive means available.
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Allows employees whose religious exercise is burdened in violation of these requirements to file claims against their employer and seek appropriate relief.
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Awards attorney's fees and costs to employees who prevail in enforcing these provisions.
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Becomes effective July 1, 2022, and does not legalize any employment practices otherwise illegal under Idaho law.
Legislative Description
Adds to existing law to provide certain requirements regarding a coronavirus vaccine requirement and religious exemptions and to provide for a claim against an employer in certain instances.
FREE EXERCISE OF RELIGION
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs
2/15/2022