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MN SF2476
MN SF2476Employer prohibition from forcing employees to attend political or religious meetings or otherwise listen to speech about politics and religion
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Introduced
03/02/2023
03/02/2023
In Committee
03/27/2023
03/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Introduced Session
93rd Legislature 2023-2024
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to employment; prohibiting an employer from forcing employees to attend political or religious meetings or otherwise listen to speech about politics and religion; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 181.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits employers from forcing employees to attend or listen to meetings, communications, or speeches related to political or religious matters. Employers cannot take adverse action against employees who decline to participate in such activities. Employees who report violations of this law are protected from retaliation. The bill outlines remedies for employees who file civil lawsuits, including reinstatement, back pay, and attorney fees. Employers must also post notices informing employees of their rights under this law. The bill provides exceptions for legally required communications and voluntary participation in political or religious discussions related to job duties.
Committee Categories
Justice, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (5)
Zaynab Mohamed (D)*,
Grant Hauschild (D),
Jen McEwen (D),
Clare Oumou Verbeten (D),
Judy Seeberger (D),
Last Action
Comm report: To pass as amended and re-refer to Labor (on 03/27/2023)
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