California recognizes that prohibiting discrimination is not just because of one protected basis, but also because of the combination of two or more protected bases.
Included any combination of characteristics protected under Unruh civil rights act.
Amended policy statement of State to afford all persons in public schools equal rights, regardless of specified characteristics, include remedies eliminate discriminatory acts.
Including discrimination because of the combination of 2 or more protected bases.
Under California fair employment and housing act (FEHA), bill revised declaration to include discrimination because of combination of two or more protected bases.
Legislative History
On Feb. 14, 2024, bill introduced into Senate; on May 21, 2024, bill passed Senate.
On May 22, 2024, bill introduced in Assembly; on Aug. 19, 2024, bill passed Assembly.
On Aug. 28, 2024, Senate concurred with Assembly amendments; ordered to enrolling
On Sep. 4, 2024, bill enrolled, and presented to governor for review and approval.
