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MI HB6238
MI HB6238Labor: discrimination; employees who are victims of certain crimes; prohibit employers from discriminating against because of. Creates new act.
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Introduced
12/04/2024
12/04/2024
In Committee
12/18/2024
12/18/2024
Crossed Over
12/13/2024
12/13/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
102nd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to prohibit an employer from taking certain actions against an employee under certain circumstances; to require an employer to post and notify employees of certain information; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to require the promulgation of rules; to provide remedies; and to prescribe civil sanctions.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits employers from taking adverse employment actions against employees who are victims of violent crimes, such as not hiring, discharging, or discriminating against them. It also requires employers to post and provide notices to employees about these protections. The bill provides a civil remedy for individuals who are aggrieved by a violation, including injunctive relief, equitable relief, and damages. The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity is tasked with administering and enforcing the act, and they are required to promulgate rules to implement it.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Government Operations (on 12/18/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2024-HB-6238 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2023-2024/billengrossed/House/htm/2024-HEBH-6238.htm |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Revised Summary as Reported from Committee | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2023-2024/billanalysis/House/pdf/2023-HLA-6238-864151F5.pdf |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2023-2024/billintroduced/House/htm/2024-HIB-6238.htm |
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