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A bill to prevent discrimination, including harassment, in employment.
8/1/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4902
Bill 118 s 4902, also known as the "Preventing Discrimination in Employment Act," aims to address and prevent discrimination and harassment in the workplace. The bill seeks to protect employees from being discriminated against based on factors such as race, gender, age, disability, religion, and sexual orientation.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Prohibiting employers from discriminating against employees based on protected characteristics, such as race, gender, age, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. 2. Requiring employers to take proactive measures to prevent and address harassment in the workplace, including implementing anti-discrimination policies and providing training to employees. 3. Providing employees with avenues to report instances of discrimination and harassment, such as through a designated reporting mechanism or to a government agency. 4. Establishing penalties for employers who violate the provisions of the bill, including fines and potential legal action. Overall, the Preventing Discrimination in Employment Act aims to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace environment by preventing discrimination and harassment and holding employers accountable for ensuring a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Prohibiting employers from discriminating against employees based on protected characteristics, such as race, gender, age, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. 2. Requiring employers to take proactive measures to prevent and address harassment in the workplace, including implementing anti-discrimination policies and providing training to employees. 3. Providing employees with avenues to report instances of discrimination and harassment, such as through a designated reporting mechanism or to a government agency. 4. Establishing penalties for employers who violate the provisions of the bill, including fines and potential legal action. Overall, the Preventing Discrimination in Employment Act aims to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace environment by preventing discrimination and harassment and holding employers accountable for ensuring a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.
Current Status of Bill S 4902
Bill S 4902 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 31, 2024. Bill S 4902 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 31, 2024.  Bill S 4902's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of July 31, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4902
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
44Democrat Cosponsors
42Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4902
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4902
A bill to prevent discrimination, including harassment, in employment.
A bill to prevent discrimination, including harassment, in employment.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4902
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