Mississippi Civil Rights Act; enact protections against discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, immigrant status, sex, sexual.
Mississippi SB2359 enacts the Mississippi Civil Rights Act, establishing protections against discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, immigrant status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or familial status. It recognizes the right to be free from discrimination as a civil right, including in employment, public accommodations, property transactions, and educational institutions. The act provides remedies for violations, including compensatory and punitive damages, and allows for the recovery of litigation costs and attorney's fees.
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