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WV HB2741
WV HB2741Relating to unlawful discriminatory practices in categories covered by the Human Rights Act and the Fair Housing Act
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Introduced
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
In Committee
01/08/2020
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/07/2020
03/07/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to add “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act, prohibiting discrimination in employment and places of public accommodation. The bill adds “age”, “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” to the categories covered by the Fair Housing Act prohibiting discrimination in housing. The bill defines “sexual orientation” and “gender identity”.
AI Summary
This bill adds "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" to the categories covered by the Human Rights Act, prohibiting discrimination in employment and places of public accommodation. The bill also adds "age", "sexual orientation", and "gender identity" to the categories covered by the Fair Housing Act, prohibiting discrimination in housing. The bill provides definitions for "sexual orientation" and "gender identity".
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (10)
Danielle Walker (D)*,
Michael Angelucci (D),
Jason Barrett (R),
Jeff Campbell (R),
Joseph Canestraro (D),
Mike Caputo (D),
Phil Diserio (D),
Amanda Estep-Burton (D),
Rodney Miller (D),
Larry Rowe (D),
Last Action
Motion to take discharge motion from table rejected (Roll No. 228) (on 02/18/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=2741&year=2020&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb2741%20intr.htm&yr=2020&sesstype=RS&i=2741 |
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