Be Nice to Big and Short

(Fox News) - Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a bill to join Michigan as the only other state banning discrimination based on height and weight.

The proposal stems from complaints such as those from 4'8" Ellen Frankel — who tells the Associated Press that larger coworkers often scoop her up at the office or pat her on the head — and often make remarks about her height.

The bill's sponsor says it's about basic civil rights. But Republican analyst Todd Domke worries the move will scare off business, saying "We might as well add colorblind, left-handed, allergic-to-cashews.... and get it over with."