MI SR0182

Urges the Governor to ban nonessential state business travel to North Carolina and other states with laws unwelcoming to LGBTQ persons.

Cites North Carolina legislation that blocks local anti-discrimination ordinances based on sexual orientation and gender identity, and requires transgender persons to use facilities matching their biological sex assigned at birth.

Notes the U.S. Department of Justice has filed suit against North Carolina, the governor, and the University of North Carolina for sex discrimination violating the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Establishes exceptions to the travel ban for state-funded or state-sponsored trips necessary to enforce Michigan law, meet prior contractual obligations, or protect public health, welfare, and safety.

Directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to the Governor.