Permits testimony in civil trials about reported discrimination, including details of the report.

This bill amends the civil practice law and rules to allow testimony in civil trials about reported discrimination, including the contents of such reports, as an exception to the hearsay rule. This applies to discrimination based on various factors including race, gender identity, and disability. The testimony must have been made before the adverse action complained of, and the proponent of the evidence must show it was made under reliable circumstances. This rule applies only to civil matters, not criminal proceedings.

Permits testimony in civil trials about reported discrimination, including details of the report.

This bill amends the civil practice law and rules to allow testimony in civil trials about reported discrimination, including the contents of such reports, as an exception to the hearsay rule. This applies to discrimination based on various factors including race, gender identity, and disability. The testimony must have been made before the adverse action complained of, and the proponent of the evidence must show it was made under reliable circumstances. This rule applies only to civil matters, not criminal proceedings.