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Senate debates bill to prohibit employer discrimination for lawful off-duty conduct
Summary
SB122 would prohibit employers from discriminating against employees for lawful off-duty activities (like tobacco or alcohol use), with narrow exceptions; the Senate floor heard extended arguments about employer discretion, community reputation and insurance costs.
Senate Bill 122, introduced by Senator Peterson, would bar employment discrimination based on lawful off-duty conduct (use of lawful products off premises and on personal time) provided the conduct does not affect job performance. The bill includes a carve-out allowing employers to impose bona-fide occupational restrictions (for…
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