H.R. 180 — A bill to provide a remedy for sex discrimination by the insurance business with respect to the availability and scope of insurance coverage for women.

Summary

Prohibits any insurer from discriminating on the basis of sex in the offering or coverage of insurance.

Provides that rates involving a sex differential be set according to relevant actuarial data. Gives aggrieved persons a civil cause of action in Federal court.

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1983-01-03
Introduced in House
1983-01-03
Introduced in House
1983-01-03
Referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
1983-02-02
Referred to Subcommittee on Commerce, Transportation and Tourism.

A bill to provide a remedy for sex discrimination by the insurance business with respect to the availability and scope of insurance coverage for women.

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