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NJ S2741
Prohibits discrimination on basis of height or weight under "Law Against Discrimination."
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Introduced
06/02/2022
06/02/2022
In Committee
12/14/2023
12/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibits discrimination on basis of height or weight under "Law Against Discrimination."
AI Summary
This bill prohibits discrimination on the basis of height or weight under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination. The bill amends various sections of the law to include height and weight as protected characteristics, alongside existing protections for race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, disability, and nationality. The bill also provides that accommodations, facilities, and privileges may be denied on the basis of height or weight for bona fide safety reasons in certain circumstances.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading (on 12/14/2023)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S2741 |
Analysis - Statement SLA 12/14/23 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S3000/2741_S1.PDF |
BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S3000/2741_I1.HTM |
Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S3000/2741_I1.PDF |
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