MS SB2933

Establishes the Mississippi Civil Rights Act, declaring freedom from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, immigrant status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or familial status as a civil right.

Prohibits discrimination in employment (employers with 9+ employees), public accommodations, housing, credit/contracts, and educational institutions, with exceptions for religious organizations hiring for religious work and certain small lodging establishments.

Allows private civil actions for discrimination violations, with remedies including injunctions, compensatory damages, punitive damages, attorney's fees, and litigation costs; employment cases also include back pay (limited to 2 years prior to filing).

Defines key terms including sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (excluding compulsive gambling, kleptomania, pyromania, illegal drug use, and alcoholism), and familial status to include pregnant individuals and those securing child custody.

Takes effect July 1, 2018.