S.1631

Prohibits discrimination on basis of height or weight under "Law Against Discrimination."

Chamber Passed·2/24/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1631 prohibits discrimination based on height or weight under the "Law Against Discrimination.

New Jersey S1631 amends the "Law Against Discrimination" to prohibit discrimination on the basis of height or weight. This includes prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations. The bill also allows for exceptions where height or weight is a bona fide occupational qualification. The changes apply to employers, labor organizations, employment agencies, and other entities. The bill aims to protect individuals from discrimination based on height or weight, aligning New Jersey's law with similar protections in Michigan.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 24–14 · Feb 24
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

24 Yea

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14 Nay

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2 Not Voting

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Calendar

Feb 5

11:00 AM

Senate Labor Hearing

History

Feb 24

Senate

Passed by the Senate (24-14)

Feb 24

Assembly

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

Feb 5

Senate

Reported from Senate Committee, 2nd Reading