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MN SF2322
Bill
Status
Passed
5/14/2014
Primary Sponsor
Ronald Latz
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AI Summary
- Removes the requirement that civil actions under Minnesota's human rights law be heard by a judge without a jury
- Grants parties the right to a jury trial in civil actions seeking redress for unfair discriminatory practices
- Allows either the court or jury to issue orders or verdicts when finding an unfair discriminatory practice has occurred
- Maintains existing district court jurisdiction requirements based on where the discriminatory practice occurred or where the respondent resides or conducts business
- Preserves the court's authority to issue civil penalty orders and notify the attorney general
Legislative Description
Unfair discriminatory practice jury trial entitlement
Last Action
Secretary of State Chapter 233 05/13/14
5/14/2014
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/6/2014
Full Bill Text
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