Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR)
Equal Remedies Act of 2026
A Democratic bill with 4 Democratic cosponsors · See all 4 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is called the Equal Remedies Act of 2026. It was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 3, 2026. The bill aims to change existing laws regarding remedies for discrimination. It amends section 1977A of the Revised Statutes of 1977. It also amends the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967.
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- Scored +7
Would people over 65 be better off under this?
The bill updates the Age Discrimination in Employment Act to provide stronger legal remedies, directly benefiting older workers.
- Scored +6
Would retired people be better off under this?
Strengthened protections under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act benefit retirees and older workers seeking legal recourse.
- Scored +6
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?
Providing the right to a jury trial and expanding legal remedies enhances procedural fairness and due process for plaintiffs.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2 changes the law so that compensatory damages are available for past and future pecuniary losses, emotional pain, suffering, inconvenience, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, and other non-pecuniary losses. This is good because it ensures people can recover fully for the emotional and personal harm they suffer.
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Section 2 also amends subsection (c) to allow any party to demand a jury trial. This gives everyday people a fair shot at having their case heard by a jury of their peers.
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Section 3 updates the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 by allowing any type of legal or equitable relief available under title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This benefits older workers by giving them access to the same strong remedies available under other civil rights laws.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific provisions outlining negative consequences, burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill updates the Age Discrimination in Employment Act to provide stronger legal remedies, directly benefiting older workers. Would retired people be better off under this? — Strengthened protections under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act benefit retirees and older workers seeking legal recourse. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Expanded damages and jury trials offer stronger recourse for individuals with disabilities facing discrimination. Would women be better off under this? — The equalization of remedies ensures women facing workplace discrimination have full access to compensatory damages and jury trials. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Enhanced civil rights remedies under Section 1977A provide better protection and recovery for victims of racial discrimination. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Enhanced civil rights remedies under Section 1977A provide better protection and recovery for victims of discrimination. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Enhanced civil rights remedies under Section 1977A provide better protection and recovery for victims of discrimination. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Enhanced civil rights remedies under Section 1977A provide better protection and recovery for victims of discrimination. Would white Americans be better off under this? — Civil rights protections and remedies apply universally to all individuals facing covered forms of discrimination.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — Expanding compensatory damages and jury trial access strengthens enforcement for individuals with disabilities facing discrimination. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill expands legal remedies and protections against discrimination, improving overall civil rights enforcement.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? — Providing the right to a jury trial and expanding legal remedies enhances procedural fairness and due process for plaintiffs.
- 6/10/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/3/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Robert ScottDemocrat · Virginia