Adds to the crime of public lewdness the electronic transmission of an image depicting exposed private or intimate parts without the consent of the recipient.
Establishes the reproductive freedom and equity program to ensure access to abortion care in the state by providing funding to abortion providers and non-profit organizations whose primary function is to facilitate access to abortion care.
Relates to prohibiting retail establishments including food-service establishments from refusing to accept payment in cash; provides a civil penalty will be assessed for such actions.
Requires sign language interpreters during live broadcast press conferences during a declared state of emergency.
Relates to educating nursing home residents about the role of legal counsel in applying for Medicaid benefits; requires operators of residential health care facilities to display and provide residents with a notice upon admission regarding such resident's right to hire an attorney to assist with a Medicaid application.
Authorizes the commissioner of education to implement a purple star schools program to recognize schools and school districts which demonstrate a commitment to assisting military-connected students and their families.
Authorizes and directs the commissioner of education to conduct a study on food insecurity at public and private higher education institutions.
Provides a civil action for deprivation of rights which is caused by any person or public entity.
Enacts the "all-electric building act"; provides that the state energy conservation construction code shall prohibit infrastructure, building systems, or equipment used for the combustion of fossil fuels in new construction statewide no later than December 31, 2023 if the building is less than seven stories and July 1, 2027 if the building is seven stories or more.
Expands eligibility for the tuition assistance program by restoring eligibility to graduate students; makes optional semesters, quarters or terms eligible for awards.
