Prohibits discrimination based on height or weight under New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination.
New Jersey S1602 amends the Law Against Discrimination to prohibit discrimination on the basis of height or weight by employers, labor organizations, employment agencies, and other entities. Exceptions are made for bona fide occupational qualifications and safety reasons. The bill also updates definitions and enforcement mechanisms to include height and weight as protected characteristics.
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