S 2298
Economic Inclusion Civil Rights Act of 2021
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The Economic Inclusion Civil Rights Act of 2021 aims to expand protections against racial discrimination in economic activities like employment, contracts, and services. It amends existing law (section 1977 of the Revised Statutes) to treat discriminatory effects as a violation, ensuring non-White individuals have the same rights as White citizens in these areas. The bill also establishes a four-year statute of limitations for such claims and guarantees a right to jury trial, preventing pre-dispute arbitration agreements. It seeks to address past discrimination and holds businesses and government entities accountable for discriminatory actions.
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