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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: The Act makes creates new laws with respect to people with disabilities. (Flesch Read- ability Score: 67.7). Directs the Bureau of Labor and Industries to create guidance and informational materials to assist employers in complying with the laws regarding reasonable accommodation. Requires the bureau to establish a program to administer and coordinate low-cost or no-cost mediation services for the resolution of disputes concerning reasonable accommodation. Prohibits employers from denying an employee the right to have union representation in dis- cussions concerning reasonable accommodation. Extends prohibition against discrimination in government services, programs and activities, to local governments. Prohibits employers from using minimum physical requirements to screen out persons with dis- abilities. Requires state contracting agencies and state agencies to include outreach, retention and recruitment of persons with disabilities in carrying out the agencies’ affirmative action policies.
AI Summary
This bill enhances protections and support for persons with disabilities in employment and government services. The Bureau of Labor and Industries will be required to create guidance materials to help employers understand reasonable accommodation requirements and establish a low-cost or no-cost mediation program to resolve related disputes. The bill prohibits employers from using minimum physical requirements to screen out individuals with disabilities and ensures employees can have union representation during accommodation discussions. The legislation extends anti-discrimination protections to local government services and requires state contracting and government agencies to include specific outreach, recruitment, and retention strategies for persons with disabilities in their affirmative action policies. Key provisions include mandating that employers make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, prohibiting discriminatory employment practices based on disability, and ensuring that employment tests and selection criteria do not unfairly disadvantage individuals with disabilities. The bill aims to improve employment opportunities and workplace inclusivity for people with disabilities by creating clearer guidelines and support mechanisms for both employers and employees.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Public Hearing held. (on 03/03/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2742 |
| HB 2742 (witness registration) | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/293156 |
| HB 2742 Preliminary SMS | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/CommitteeMeetingDocument/293018 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB2742 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/83718 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2742/Introduced |
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