WV HB2902

Lowers the employer threshold for coverage under West Virginia's Human Rights Commission from 12 employees to 2 employees

Expands the definition of "employee" to include independent contractors who provide work under contract with an employer

Extends the statute of limitations for filing discrimination complaints with the Human Rights Commission from 365 days to 3 years after the alleged discriminatory act

Applies to discrimination claims based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, blindness, disability, or familial status