Prohibits certain employment practices. (BDR 53-188)

Changed the penalty for violating the bill from a criminal misdemeanor to civil liability, allowing employees to sue for damages.

Added a specific exception where the law does not apply if the employee's refusal to attend a meeting or participate in communication would substantially interfere with their job performance or working relationship.

Added provisions allowing courts to award costs and attorney's fees to the employer if an employee's lawsuit is brought without substantial justification.

Added the word 'primary' to clarify that the law only prohibits adverse actions when the main purpose of a meeting or communication is about religious or political matters, not incidental discussions.

Added new exceptions that allow employers to communicate legally required information, provide job-related information necessary for employees to perform their duties, and hold required meetings for higher education coursework.

Added a new exception protecting casual conversations between employees or with employer representatives, as long as participation is not required.

Added an exception limiting the bill's application to managerial or supervisory employees only in certain situations.