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MO HB1416
Bill
Status
1/6/2010
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Fallert
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AI Summary
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Prohibits employers from requiring employees to attend meetings or participate in communications designed to influence their beliefs or opinions about political matters or religious matters.
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Prohibits employers from taking adverse employment action (discharge, discipline, or changes to employment status) against employees who refuse to attend such meetings, challenge such practices, or participate in related legal proceedings.
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Exempts religious organizations from restrictions on communications about religious matters and allows employers to require job-related meetings or communications necessary for normal business operations.
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Permits aggrieved employees to file civil actions in circuit court for injunctive relief, reinstatement, back pay with 100% liquidated damages, attorney's fees, and other appropriate relief deemed necessary by the court.
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Requires employers to post notice of employee rights under this section in a conspicuous place accessible to employees at the workplace.
Legislative Description
Establishes the Missouri Worker Freedom Act which prohibits employers from requiring employees to participate in meetings or communications regarding the employer's opinions on religious or political matters
Last Action
Refer: Spec Stand Com on Workforce Dev & Workplace Safety(H)
5/14/2010