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MN SF3848

MN SF3848
Minnesota Human Rights Act modification


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Introduced
02/19/2024
In Committee
02/19/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024

Introduced Session

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to human rights; making changes to the Minnesota Human Rights Act; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 363A.20, subdivision 2; 363A.26.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Minnesota Human Rights Act to include gender identity as a protected characteristic alongside religion and sexual orientation. Specifically, it allows religious or fraternal organizations to make employment decisions based on religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity when it is a bona fide occupational qualification. Additionally, the bill exempts religious associations, corporations, and societies from prohibitions on discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity in matters related to education, employment, housing, and use of facilities, as long as the activities are related to the organization's religious and educational purposes.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Author added Mathews (on 03/21/2024)

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