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MI SB0034
MI SB0034Civil rights: sex discrimination and harassment; definition of sex; modify to include lactating status for employment situations and include pregnancy and lactating status for places of public accommodation or public service. Amends secs. 201 & 301 of 1976 PA 453 (MCL 37.2201 & 37.2301).
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Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
04/17/2025
04/17/2025
Crossed Over
04/17/2025
04/17/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
103rd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled"Elliott-Larsen civil rights act,"by amending sections 201 and 301 (MCL 37.2201 and 37.2301), section 201 as amended by 2023 PA 31 and section 301 as amended by 2023 PA 6.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act by expanding the definition of "sex" to include lactating status in two key areas: employment situations and places of public accommodation or public service. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 201 (related to employment) and Section 301 (related to public accommodations and services) to explicitly state that "sex" encompasses pregnancy and lactating status. This means that employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, and places of public accommodation cannot discriminate against individuals based on pregnancy or lactation. The bill aims to provide broader legal protections for lactating individuals by ensuring they cannot be treated unfairly in workplace settings or when accessing public services and facilities. By adding lactating status to the definition of sex, the legislation seeks to prevent discrimination and provide more comprehensive civil rights protections for employees and individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Health Policy (on 04/17/2025)
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