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Today's Poll!Nixon urged to veto employment law change
Black lawmakers say measure will roll back civil rights; proponents say it will make Missouri more competitive
Monday, April 25, 2011
Missouri’s Legislative Black Caucus last week urged Gov. Jay Nixon to veto a bill making several changes in the state’s workplace discrimination laws.
Nixon received the bill a week ago. The Constitution says he has a total of 15 days after he received it to sign or veto the measure.
The governor’s office has not commented on what action he will take.
“Senate Bill 188 virtually rolls back people’s civil rights,” said Rep. Steve Webb, D-Florissant, the Black Caucus’ chairman. “It really destroys some of the protections we have now.”
The proposal was one of the state business community’s “Fix the 6” priority measures that, it says, will make Missouri more competitive and more attractive to new businesses and jobs.
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wow 2 years, 1 month ago
It ain't just a black thing....I betcha there are a few people besides blacks who don't like Sen Bill188....after all the advancements/protection in the Civil Rights/Discrimination laws are enjoyed by everyone and if Sen Bill 188 becomes the new standard. Then all races, genders, religions, etc, etc are gonna be messed over....and the "Black lawmakers" are not the only ones urging the Gov to veto this "bull"...I mean bill!
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