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NY A06604
Bill
Status
4/24/2023
Primary Sponsor
Karines Reyes
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AI Summary
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Prohibits employers from requiring employees to attend employer-sponsored meetings or listen to communications whose primary purpose is to convey the employer's opinions on religious or political matters.
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Defines "political matters" to include elections, political parties, legislation, regulation, and decisions to join political or civic organizations.
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Defines "religious matters" to include religious affiliation, practice, and decisions to join religious organizations or associations.
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Exempts religious corporations, entities, and educational institutions that are exempt under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 from these restrictions regarding speech on religious matters to employees performing work related to the organization's activities.
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Requires all employers to post notices informing employees of their rights under this section in workplace locations where employee notices are normally posted.
Legislative Description
Protects employee freedom of speech and conscience by prohibiting employers from coercing employees into attending or participating in meetings sponsored by the employer concerning the employer's views on political or religious matters.
Last Action
substituted by s4982
6/10/2023