An Act to eliminate disparate impact
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to address disparate impact, which occurs when a policy or practice, while seemingly neutral, unintentionally disadvantages a protected group. It seeks to ensure that laws and regulations do not have a discriminatory effect, regardless of intent. The bill likely intends to promote fairness and equal opportunity by preventing outcomes where certain groups are disproportionately harmed by government actions. The bill is currently undergoing a study order process within the Massachusetts legislature.
Key provisions
- The bill addresses disparate impact.
- It seeks to prevent discriminatory outcomes in policies and practices.
- It likely aims to promote fairness and equal opportunity.
- The bill is currently undergoing a study order process.
Who is affected
- General public
- Protected groups (as defined by existing law)
- Government agencies
Notable changes
- The bill is currently in a study order phase, suggesting a preliminary examination of the issue.
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Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
12 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Danillo A. Sena
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