MS HB764

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

Prohibits employment discrimination by employers with 9 or more employees, with exceptions allowing employers to restrict speech or expressive conduct based on sincerely held religious or moral beliefs if consistent with workplace policies and not conflicting with essential business interests.

Provides civil remedies for discrimination in public accommodations, property transactions, credit/contracts, and educational institutions, including injunctions, compensatory damages, punitive damages, and attorney's fees.

Allows employees to recover back pay (up to 2 years prior), compensatory damages, and punitive damages for intentional employment discrimination.

Amends existing state employment, housing, and jury service statutes to add protections for sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability while removing outdated language.