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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
In Committee
12/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

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