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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/16/2024
02/16/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Budget Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to public health and safety; prohibiting discrimination and publishing or advertising based on a person's vaccination, face covering or medical testing status as specified; providing a civil penalty; providing definitions; making conforming amendments; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits discrimination and publishing or advertising based on a person's vaccination, face covering, or medical testing status related to COVID-19. It defines key terms like "COVID-19," "face covering," and "vaccination." The bill prohibits businesses and organizations from refusing services or access to individuals based on their COVID-19 vaccination, face covering, or testing status. It also prohibits them from requiring such status as a condition for receiving services. Individuals who are aggrieved by a violation can file a civil action to recover a civil penalty of up to $5,000. The bill is effective immediately upon completion of the necessary legislative process.
Sponsors (15)
Bill Allemand (R)*,
Abby Angelos (R)*,
John Bear (R)*,
Jeremy Haroldson (R)*,
Scott Heiner (R)*,
Ben Hornok (R)*,
Mark Jennings (R)*,
Tony Locke (R)*,
Chip Neiman (R)*,
Sarah Penn (R)*,
Allen Slagle (R)*,
Scott Smith (R)*,
Tomi Strock (R)*,
Tamara Trujillo (R)*,
Jeanette Ward (R)*,
Last Action
Did not Consider for Introduction (on 02/16/2024)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2024/HB0059 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2024/Introduced/HB0059.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2024/Fiscal/HB0059.pdf |
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