H.R. 3285 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2003
H.R. 3285 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Oct 8, 2003, sponsored by Christopher Shays with 180 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Oct 8, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 180
- Policy area
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
What it does
Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2003 - Prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation by covered entities (including employment agencies, labor organizations, and training programs). Prohibits related retaliation and coercion. Declares this Act inapplicable to the provision of employee benefits for the benefit of an employee's domestic partner.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Christopher Shays (R-CT). Co-sponsors: 164 Democrats, 15 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 8, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Employer-Employee Relations. (Jan 30, 2004)
More bills from Christopher Shays in the 108th Congress
Other Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues bills in the 108th Congress
- S. 16: Equal Rights and Equal Dignity for Americans Act of 2003
- H.J.Res. 46: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States restoring religious freedom.
- H.R. 1910: Genetic Nondiscrimination in Health Insurance and Employment Act
- H.R. 2045: Ten Commandments Defense Act of 2003
- H.R. 3069: Right to Life Act
Committees
- Education and the Workforce Committee
- Judiciary Committee
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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