Massachusetts H2183 would ban employers from holding captive audience meetings on religious or political matters.

Massachusetts H2183 would amend the General Laws to prohibit employers from holding meetings with employees where the primary purpose is to communicate the employer's opinion on religious or political matters. This ban does not apply to casual conversations, coursework, or communications necessary for job performance. Employees who refuse to attend such meetings would be protected from discipline or discharge, and could sue for damages. Religious employers are exempt from this provision.

Massachusetts H2183 would ban employers from holding captive audience meetings on religious or political matters.

Massachusetts H2183 would amend the General Laws to prohibit employers from holding meetings with employees where the primary purpose is to communicate the employer's opinion on religious or political matters. This ban does not apply to casual conversations, coursework, or communications necessary for job performance. Employees who refuse to attend such meetings would be protected from discipline or discharge, and could sue for damages. Religious employers are exempt from this provision.