SB 231 - Equal Housing and Employment Act SB 231 (2011-2012)

  • Status: Failed
  • Latest Update: January 16, 2013
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Summary

SB 231 and its companion bill HB 335 expand laws concerning anti-discrimination in Ohio to include sexual orientation and gender identity, granting protections in employment, housing, and public accommodation.

Jurisdiction/Legislation Level

State

LCS Legislation Status

http://lsc.state.oh.us/coderev/sen129.nsf/Senate+Bill+Number/0231?OpenDocument

Our Take on This Bill

The Constitution guarantees equal protection under the law, and the ACLU of Ohio supports the aim of SB 231 and its companion bill HB 335 to extend protection to Ohioans who face discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Committees

Judiciary (S)

Authors:
Sen. Skindell (D), Sen. Tavares (D)
Sponsors:
Sen. Cafaro (D), Sen. Smith (D), Sen. Turner (D)

Publications

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