Ohio HB136 prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Ohio HB136 amends sections 4112.01 and 4112.05 of the Revised Code to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. It adds mediation as an informal method the Ohio Civil Rights Commission may use to resolve complaints. The bill also upholds existing religious exemptions under Ohio's Civil Rights Law. It defines terms such as "employer," "employee," and "unlawful discriminatory practice," and outlines procedures for filing charges, conducting investigations, and holding hearings.

Ohio HB136 prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Ohio HB136 amends sections 4112.01 and 4112.05 of the Revised Code to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. It adds mediation as an informal method the Ohio Civil Rights Commission may use to resolve complaints. The bill also upholds existing religious exemptions under Ohio's Civil Rights Law. It defines terms such as "employer," "employee," and "unlawful discriminatory practice," and outlines procedures for filing charges, conducting investigations, and holding hearings.