This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 363A.02, subdivision 1, to enhance protections against discrimination by explicitly including disability accommodations as a critical aspect of the state's public policy. The bill outlines that individuals should be free from discrimination in various areas, including employment, housing, public accommodations, public services, and education, based on a range of characteristics such as race, gender identity, and disability.

A significant addition to the law is the insertion of language that states that failing to engage in the process of determining reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities may constitute an unfair discriminatory practice. This change emphasizes the importance of ensuring that people with disabilities have the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of public life, reinforcing the state's commitment to protecting the rights of all its residents.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 363A.19
1st Engrossment: 363A.02
2nd Engrossment: 363A.02
1st Unofficial Engrossment: 363A.02