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The Alaska Equal Rights Act of 1945, the first anti-discrimination law in the United States, was signed into law.
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Alaska Equal Rights Act of 1945
First anti-discrimination state law in the U.S.
In the history of discrimination in the United States, the Alaska Equal Rights Act of 1945 was the first state or territorial anti-discrimination law enacted in the United States in the 20th century. The law, signed on February 16, 1945, prevents and criminalizes discrimination…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Anti-discrimination law
Legislation designed to prevent discrimination against particular groups of people
Anti-discrimination law or non-discrimination law refers to legislation designed to prevent discrimination against particular groups of people; these groups are often referred to as protected groups or protected classes. Anti-discrimination laws vary by jurisdiction with regard…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
February 16
Day of the year
February 16 is the 47th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 318 days remain until the end of the year.Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)