Connecticut SB00399 modifies the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities' processes and allows certain discrimination in health clubs and gyms.

Connecticut SB00399 revises the procedures for handling discrimination complaints before the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities. It allows the executive director to assign legal counsel to bring a civil action instead of an administrative hearing under certain conditions. The bill also permits health clubs and gyms to offer separate exercise areas based on sex. Additionally, it modifies the timeline and conditions under which complainants can appeal decisions and reopen closed proceedings. The changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2026.

Connecticut SB00399 modifies the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities' processes and allows certain discrimination in health clubs and gyms.

Connecticut SB00399 revises the procedures for handling discrimination complaints before the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities. It allows the executive director to assign legal counsel to bring a civil action instead of an administrative hearing under certain conditions. The bill also permits health clubs and gyms to offer separate exercise areas based on sex. Additionally, it modifies the timeline and conditions under which complainants can appeal decisions and reopen closed proceedings. The changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2026.