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2002 SESSION

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HB 849 Equal access to public accommodations.

Introduced by: Jackie T. Stump | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Equal access to public accommodations. Prohibits any person who owns or operates a place of public accommodation from restricting an individual from access or admission to the place of public accommodation or otherwise preventing the individual from using the place of public accommodation solely because the individual (i) operates a motorcycle, (ii) is a member of an organization or association that operates motorcycles, or (iii) wears clothing that displays the name of a motorcycle organization or association. The bill defines "public accommodation" as a business or other entity that offers to the general public food, shelter, recreation, or amusement, or any other goods, services, privilege, facility, or accommodation. The bill also permits individuals to sue to enjoin violations, recover damages in the amount of $500 per violation, or up to $1,500 for willful violations, and recover attorneys' fees and court costs.


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