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IN HB1026
Bill
Status
1/11/2018
Primary Sponsor
Alan Morrison
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AI Summary
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Employers are prohibited from requiring employees or job candidates to implant, inject, ingest, inhale, or otherwise incorporate any acoustic, optical, mechanical, electronic, medical, or molecular device into their body as a condition of employment, employment in a particular position, or receiving additional compensation or benefits.
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Employers cannot discriminate against employees regarding compensation, benefits, or terms and conditions of employment based on the employee's refusal to undergo device implantation.
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Court-ordered device implantation remains an exception and may be required as a condition of employment if directed by a court order.
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Employees or prospective employees may bring civil actions against employers for violations and recover actual damages, court costs, and reasonable attorney's fees if prevailing.
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The law takes effect July 1, 2018, and does not limit employees' rights or remedies under other state or federal law.
Legislative Description
Device implantation as a condition of employment. Prohibits an employer from requiring a candidate for employment or an employee to have a device implanted or otherwise incorporated into the candidate's or employee's body as a condition of employment, as a condition of employment in a particular position, or as a condition of receiving additional compensation or benefits.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Employment, Labor and Pensions
1/11/2018