Prevent Discrimination against Domestic Violence Victims
| Category: | Wage and Labor |
|---|---|
| Status: | Passed |
| Sponsor: | Senator Donna Bailey, Senate 31 - York County |
| Session: | 130 |
| Bill #: | LD 1294 |
Position:
Monitoring.
Summary:
Senator Bailey of York would amend the Maine Human Rights Act to provide protections against discrimination in employment and housing against a person who has sought and received an order of protection under the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 19-A, chapter 101. All remedies currently available under the Maine Human Rights Act, including a private right of action and attorney's fees, are available for these persons.