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HB 2715

Modifies provisions relating to unlawful discriminatory employment practices, limiting certain civil remedies

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dane Diehl

Missouri HB 2715 restricts civil remedies available to employees pursuing unlawful employment discrimination claims, potentially limiting recoverable damages.

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Bill Summary · HB 2715

Legislative bill overview

HB 2715 modifies Missouri's employment discrimination law by restricting certain civil remedies available to employees who experience unlawful discriminatory employment practices. The bill limits the scope or types of damages or remedies that plaintiffs can pursue in discrimination cases. Specific details on which remedies are being curtailed are not fully outlined in the provided information.

Why is this important

Employment discrimination laws form a critical protection for workers facing unfair treatment based on protected characteristics. Changes to available remedies directly affect an employee's ability to obtain compensation and deter employer misconduct. This bill could significantly impact the practical enforceability of existing discrimination protections and the incentives for workplace compliance.

Potential points of contention

  • Employer liability reduction: Limiting civil remedies may reduce financial accountability for discriminatory practices, potentially lowering employer incentives to prevent discrimination
  • Employee compensation concerns: Restricted remedies could reduce damages available to harmed employees, affecting their ability to recover lost wages, emotional distress, or other harms
  • Civil rights enforcement: Limiting remedies may weaken enforcement of state and federal discrimination protections already guaranteed to Missouri workers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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