MS SB2252

Establishes the Mississippi Civil Rights Act protecting individuals from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, immigrant status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or familial status.

Declares the right to be free from discrimination as a civil right in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit transactions, and educational institutions.

Allows individuals injured by intentional discrimination to file civil lawsuits for injunctive relief, compensatory damages, punitive damages, and attorney's fees; employment discrimination claims limited to back pay recovery from two years before filing.

Exempts religious organizations from employment discrimination protections when hiring individuals to perform work connected with religious activities.

Takes effect July 1, 2024.