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MISSION
The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination's (MCAD's) mission is to ensure equality of opportunity by enforcing the Commonwealth's anti-discrimination laws in employment, housing, public accommodations, credit, mortgage lending, and education. Established by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 151B, Section 3, the Commission enforces General Laws Chapter 149, Section 105D, Chapter 151B, Chapter 151C, Chapter 272, Section 92A, Section 98 and Section 98A, and Chapter 111, Section 199A. The Commission works to eliminate discrimination and advance the civil rights of the people of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts through law enforcement (filing of complaints, investigations, mediations and conciliations, hearings and litigation) and outreach (training sessions, public education, and testing programs). The Commission also reviews and advises Governor's Cabinet Offices concerning the state's affirmative mandates in employment, housing, construction contracting, and minority and women business enterprises (see Executive Order 227).Web Site:
http://www.mass.gov/mcad/
Governing Laws:
Statutes
| MGL C. 111 s. 199A | Unlawful practices in selling, renting, or leasing premises containing lead in paint, plaster or materials |
| MGL C. 149 s. 105D | Entitlement of female employees; rights and benefits |
| MGL C. 151B s. 1-10 | UNLAWFUL DISCRIMINATION BECAUSE OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGIOUS CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY OR SEX |
| MGL C. 151B s. 1-25 | Powers of commissioner and attorney general |
| MGL C. 151C s. 1-5 | FAIR EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES |
| MGL C. 272 s. 92A | Advertisement, book, notice or sign relative to discrimination; definition of place of public accommodation, resort or amusement |
| MGL C. 272 s. 98 | Discrimination in admission to, or treatment in, place of public accommodation; punishment; forfeiture; civil right |
| MGL C. 272 s. 98A | Physically handicapped persons with dog guides; public places or conveyances; charges or fares; penalties |