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15 Jan

Missouri House of Representatives Adopts ‘Sexist’ Dress Codes for

Missouri House of Representatives Adopts ‘Sexist’ Dress Codes for
The Missouri House of Representatives opened session on Wednesday, and moderately than give attention to laws for residents of Missouri, the Republican-controlled House majority used the chance to tighten dress code restrictions on women while leaving the lads’s dress code rules in place. State Rep. Ann Kelley, a Republican, cosponsored the bill, which requires women to wear a blazer when within the House chamber. The Democratic caucus quickly rebuked the bill calling it “ridiculous.” The State House approved a modified version of Kelley’s proposal allowing cardigans but still requiring women to hide their arms. The bill was met again with staunch opposition from Democrats. The brand new restrictions set into law now mandates arm coverage, stating: “Proper attire for ladies shall be business...
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