New bill aims for fair treatment in disability insurance

Provides for equitable disability policies; prohibits any difference, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, or national origin in the amount or payment of premiums or rate charges, or in the benefits payable, or in any of the other terms or conditions of any policy of disability insurance under the workers' compensation law.

Introduced· 2025-01-08

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Who's it for: Everyday People

What it means for you

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This bill would make sure everyone pays the same for disability insurance, no matter their race or gender.

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If this bill passes, it will help protect people from unfair charges for disability insurance. Everyone deserves to be treated equally, and now is the time to support this change.

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The facts

What the bill actually says, no spin.

The bill stops differences in insurance costs based on race, gender, or other personal traits.
It applies to disability insurance under workers' compensation in New York.
The bill is currently in the labor committee and has not yet become law.