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MA S1020

Relative to the fair treatment of employees


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the fair treatment of employees. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on their use of marijuana, as long as the employee's use is not during work hours or while performing work-related tasks, and the employee is not impaired at work. However, this provision does not apply to employers required to test for marijuana due to federal government regulations. The bill also allows employers to take adverse action against an employee who cannot maintain necessary licenses or credentials, or who is charged with a crime related to marijuana use. Employees who claim discrimination under this law can bring civil lawsuits for damages or injunctive relief, and the executive offices of labor and workforce development and public safety and security will create regulations to enforce this law.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2753 (on 05/02/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1020
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1020.pdf
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