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MN HF3843

MN HF3843
Human Rights Act provisions governing gender specific accommodations clarified.


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Introduced
02/28/2022
In Committee
02/28/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/23/2022

Introduced Session

92nd Legislature 2021-2022

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to human rights; clarifying certain provisions in the Human Rights Act governing gender specific accommodations; amending Minnesota Statutes 2020, sections 363A.03, subdivision 42; 363A.20, by adding a subdivision; 363A.24, subdivision 1.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies certain provisions in the Minnesota Human Rights Act governing gender-specific accommodations. It defines "sex" to mean either male or female as biologically defined. The bill also states that the provisions related to sexual orientation shall not apply to the use of facilities such as restrooms, locker rooms, and dressing rooms, which shall remain reserved for males or females based on their biological sex. The bill includes exceptions for minors accompanied by an adult guardian, individuals with disabilities, and emergency situations. These changes aim to preserve the privacy rights of individuals in gender-specific facilities.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Author added Heintzeman (on 03/24/2022)

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