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MI SB0823
Bill
Status
12/3/2024
Primary Sponsor
Stephanie Chang
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AI Summary
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Amends the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to expand the definition of "sex" in section 301 (MCL 37.2301)
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Adds pregnancy and lactating status as protected categories under the definition of "sex" for civil rights purposes
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Protection applies to places of public accommodation including businesses, educational institutions, entertainment facilities, and specific private clubs (country clubs, boating clubs, sports clubs, and dining clubs)
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Protection applies to public services including state and local government facilities, departments, agencies, and tax-exempt private agencies serving the public
Legislative Description
Civil rights: sex discrimination and harassment; prohibition of sex discrimination in places of public accommodation and public services; extend to prohibit discrimination based on pregnancy or lactating status. Amends sec. 301 of 1976 PA 453 (MCL 37.2301).
Civil rights: sex discrimination and harassment
Last Action
Placed On Second Reading
12/11/2024