Signed by Governor Maggie Hassan

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits an employer from discriminating against a victim of domestic violence.

Highlights:

• Prohibits an employer from committing the following acts (Sec. 1): 
• The refusal of hiring an otherwise qualified individual because he or she is a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking; and 
• The discharge, demotion, suspension or discrimination with regard to promotion, compensation or other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment against a victim of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault, or stalking. 

• Requires the labor commissioner to determine and impose a civil penalty upon any employer who violates the provision of this bill (Sec. 1). 

• Establishes a committee to study the protection of employees from domestic violence to consist of the following members (Sec. 2):
• A total of 1 member of the senate, appointed by the president of the senate; and
• A total of 3 members of the house of representatives, appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives.

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