Bill > HB4292

This bill amends the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to enhance the Michigan Department of Civil Rights' capabilities for investigating and addressing discrimination complaints. Specifically, the bill adds new requirements for the department, including establishing an anonymous reporting system for potential civil rights violations. The department must now create a dedicated telephone line and public website that allow individuals to report potential discriminatory practices anonymously. When investigating complaints, particularly those related to Article 2 of the act (which typically covers employment discrimination), the department must take steps to protect the anonymity of individuals reporting or assisting with investigations. The bill also makes some minor technical changes to language describing the department's responsibilities, such as clarifying the role of the executive director and updating some prepositions. These changes aim to make it easier and less risky for people to report potential civil rights violations by providing confidential reporting mechanisms and ensuring the protection of those who come forward with information about discriminatory practices.

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