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KS HB2665

KS HB2665
Amending the Kansas act against discrimination to include sexual orientation and gender identity or expression.


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Introduced
02/09/2022
In Committee
02/09/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/23/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT concerning the Kansas act against discrimination and acts supplemental thereto; relating to the inclusion of sexual orientation and gender identity or expression as protected classes under the act; amending K.S.A. 12-16,107, 44-1001, 44-1002, 44-1004, 44-1005, 44- 1006, 44-1009, 44-1015, 44-1016, 44-1017, 44-1027 and 44-1030 and repealing the existing sections. 7

AI Summary

This bill amends the Kansas act against discrimination to include sexual orientation and gender identity or expression as protected classes. It expands the definition of "unlawful discriminatory practice" and "disability" under the act, and requires the Kansas Human Rights Commission to investigate and address discrimination based on these new protected classes. The bill also makes related changes to various provisions of the act, including those related to employment, public accommodations, and housing.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

House Died in Committee (on 05/23/2022)

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