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MI SB0073

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2011

Primary Sponsor

Vincent Gregory

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Origin

Senate

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Prohibits employers from making employment decisions (hiring, firing, compensation, or terms of employment) based on a known or believed illness or health condition of an employee's family member.

  • Bars employers from inquiring about the physical condition or health status of an employee's family member, with exceptions for verifying sick leave eligibility, family and medical leave eligibility, and processing health coverage claims.

  • Prohibits retaliation or discrimination against individuals who file complaints, participate in investigations, or oppose violations of the act.

  • Voids any agreements requiring applicants or employees to waive rights under the act.

  • Allows injured parties to file civil suits for injunctive relief and damages, with courts awarding costs and reasonable attorney fees to prevailing plaintiffs.

Legislative Description

Labor; fair employment practices; prohibition against employment decisions based on the health or illness of an employee's family member; provide for. Creates new act.

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Last Action

Referred To Committee On Economic Development

1/26/2011

Committee Referrals

Economic Development1/26/2011

Full Bill Text

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