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WV SB270
WV SB270Relating to unlawful discriminatory practices covered by Human Rights Act and Fair Housing Act
summary
Introduced
01/10/2020
01/10/2020
In Committee
01/10/2020
01/10/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/07/2020
03/07/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to unlawful discriminatory practices covered by Human Rights Act and Fair Housing Act
AI Summary
This bill expands the West Virginia Human Rights Act and Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity in employment, public accommodations, housing, and real estate transactions. It also adds familial status as a protected characteristic. The bill gives the West Virginia Human Rights Commission the authority to investigate and address complaints of discrimination in these areas. Overall, the bill aims to provide equal opportunities and protections for individuals regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or familial status.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (8)
Tom Takubo (R)*,
Stephen Baldwin (D),
Richard Lindsay (D),
Corey Palumbo (D),
Bob Plymale (D),
Ron Stollings (D),
Ryan Weld (R),
Mike Woelfel (D),
Last Action
To Judiciary (on 01/10/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=270&year=2020&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=SB270%20INTR.htm&yr=2020&sesstype=RS&i=270 |
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