Customer Non-Discrimination Act
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Overview
The Customer Non-Discrimination Act expands protections against discrimination in public accommodations. It amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to include sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity as protected categories, broadening the definition of ‘public accommodation’ to encompass a wider range of businesses and services. The bill also clarifies definitions related to these categories and establishes rules regarding access to shared facilities.
Key provisions
- Expands the definition of ‘public accommodation’ to include a broader range of businesses and services.
- Adds sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity as protected categories under the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
- Defines ‘gender identity’ as an individual’s gender-related identity.
- Establishes rules regarding access to shared facilities (restrooms, locker rooms, etc.) based on an individual’s gender identity.
- Clarifies definitions of ‘race,’ ‘color,’ ‘religion,’ ‘sex,’ ‘sexual orientation,’ ‘gender identity,’ ‘national origin,’ ‘including,’ and ‘sex’.
- Prohibits discrimination based on sex stereotypes.
- Specifies that pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions will not receive less favorable treatment than other physical conditions.
- States that the Religious Freedom Restoration Act does not preempt claims related to this legislation.
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