SB1053

Removes availability of attorney fees under the Missouri Human Rights Act when a public employer is involved

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri SB1053 removes the availability of attorney fees for complainants in cases involving public employers under the Missouri Human Rights Act.

Missouri SB1053 amends the Missouri Human Rights Act by removing the allowance for attorney fees in cases where a public employer is involved. This bill affects individuals who file complaints with the Missouri Commission on Human Rights, specifically limiting the recovery of attorney fees to cases not involving public employers. The changes apply to both employment and housing discrimination cases, ensuring that complainants cannot claim attorney fees when the respondent is a public employer.

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General Laws Committee
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Calendar

Apr 15

12:00 PM

General Laws Hearing

History

Apr 15

Senate

Hearing Conducted S General Laws Committee

Jan 15

Senate

Second Read and Referred S General Laws Committee

Jan 7

Senate

S First Read