SF2756

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to ensure that programs or activities receiving state financial assistance in Minnesota do not discriminate against people with disabilities. It aims to enhance human rights protections by extending anti-discrimination requirements to more funding recipients.

Main Provisions

• The bill amends the existing Minnesota Statutes, specifically section 363A.03, to expand the definition of what constitutes an "unfair discriminatory practice."
• By amending this statute, the bill explicitly prohibits disability discrimination in any program or activity that receives state financial assistance.
• The proposed law will apply broader anti-discrimination measures to various entities to ensure that individuals with disabilities are treated equitably.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill introduces additional protections into Minnesota law under chapter 363A, which deals with human rights.
• The amendment broadens the scope of entities required to comply with anti-discrimination practices, now including those that are funded by the state.

Relevant Terms

• Disability discrimination
• State financial assistance
• Unfair discriminatory practice
• Minnesota Statutes chapter 363A