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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to sexual harassment. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to address sexual harassment and discrimination in professional investing. It prohibits professional investors from engaging in sexual harassment or discriminating against members of protected classes in granting or sponsoring funds. The bill provides for monetary damages, including punitive damages, and attorneys' fees for victims. It also allows the Attorney General to bring enforcement actions. Importantly, the bill creates an affirmative defense for professional investors who have conducted a good-faith self-evaluation and made reasonable progress in providing more funding to historically disadvantaged members of protected classes and companies they direct, own, or manage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1036 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1036.pdf |
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