This bill seeks to update current statutes by expanding the definitions and protections against discrimination in civil rights law. Specifically, it would insert new language that explicitly prohibits public educational institutions from discriminating against students or parents based on a broader range of categories, including sexual orientation and gender identity. The bill also introduces a definition for "gender identity," ensuring that discrimination based on this identity is recognized and addressed. Additionally, it modifies existing provisions to treat discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity with the same seriousness as other forms of discrimination, thereby enhancing protections within the state's civil rights framework.

Moreover, the bill would delete outdated language and replace references to "11." with "12." in the context of housing and real estate transactions, explicitly prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity alongside other protected categories. It would also insert new provisions that prohibit discrimination in state-funded programs and require the attorney general's office to adopt regulations for enforcement. Finally, the bill establishes the "Statewide Nondiscrimination Act" title, formalizing its intent to strengthen protections against discrimination across various contexts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-110.01, 41-1402, 41-1441, 41-1442, 41-1444, 41-1461, 41-1463, 41-1464, 41-1481, 41-1491, 41-1491.05, 41-1491.14, 41-1491.15, 41-1491.16, 41-1491.17, 41-1491.20, 41-1491.21, 41-1492.13, 38-611, 41-1465, 12-120.21, 12-120.22, 12-120.24, 41-1491.22, 101-336, 110-325, 41-1491.25