2007 House Bill 4926

Prohibit employer policies on body type or fitness

Introduced in the House

June 14, 2007

Introduced by Rep. Hoon-Yung Hopgood (D-22)

To prohibit an employer from having a policy against employing an individual on the basis of an individual's body type, degree of physical fitness, or other physical characteristics, to the extent that these are not an “established, bona fide occupational requirement,” or that they impair an employment activity or responsibility.

Referred to the Committee on Labor

Nov. 6, 2007

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

May 15, 2008

Passed in the House 57 to 51 (details)

Received in the Senate

May 20, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism