Expands the definition of "employee" to include independent contractors and increases the time to file a complaint with the Human Rights Commission.

The bill amends the definition of "employee" to include individuals who provide work for an employer under an independent contract. It also increases the time period for filing a complaint with the West Virginia Human Rights Commission to three years after the alleged act of discrimination. The commission is tasked with investigating complaints, attempting to resolve disputes through conciliation, and issuing orders to cease discriminatory practices if necessary.

Expands the definition of "employee" to include independent contractors and increases the time to file a complaint with the Human Rights Commission.

The bill amends the definition of "employee" to include individuals who provide work for an employer under an independent contract. It also increases the time period for filing a complaint with the West Virginia Human Rights Commission to three years after the alleged act of discrimination. The commission is tasked with investigating complaints, attempting to resolve disputes through conciliation, and issuing orders to cease discriminatory practices if necessary.