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This bill, known as the "Employee Family Health Privacy Act", aims to protect employees from workplace discrimination based on the health or illness of their family members. The bill defines an employee as an individual receiving compensation for work and an employer as any entity that permits work or accepts employment applications. Under the proposed law, employers are prohibited from discharging, refusing to hire, or discriminating against an individual because of a known or believed illness or health condition of a family member, and from making inquiries about a family member's physical condition or health status. However, employers can still make specific inquiries related to verifying sick leave eligibility, family and medical leave, and processing health coverage claims. The bill also includes anti-retaliation provisions, protecting individuals who participate in investigations or oppose violations of the act. Additionally, the bill stipulates that any agreement requiring an individual to waive rights under this act is void, and provides a legal mechanism for injured parties to seek injunctive relief and damages, including the possibility of recovering attorney fees. The act will apply to collective bargaining and employment agreements entered into, renewed, or extended on or after its effective date.

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