Signed by Governor Janet Mills

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends the Maine Human Rights Act regarding right-to-sue letters.

Highlights:

• Specifies that a right-to-sue letter may be issued if the following situations are met (Sec. 1): 

• If the commission has not filed civil action after 180 days; 

• The individual is determined to have good cause for a right-to-sue letter;and 

• That it is determined that the commission will not finish its work before the 180 day limit. 

• Specifies that if a right-to-sue letter is sent then the Maine Human Rights Commission shall end its investigation into the matter (Sec. 1).

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