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US HR8667

US HR8667
Fair Access to Financial Services Act of 2020


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Introduced
10/23/2020
In Committee
10/23/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

To provide that all persons shall be entitled to the full and equal enjoyment of the goods, services, facilities, privileges, and accommodations of financial institutions. This bill prohibits financial institutions from discriminating on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, or sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity. The bill also provides an aggrieved person with a private right of action for preventative relief.

AI Summary

This bill, the Fair Access to Financial Services Act of 2020, prohibits financial institutions from discriminating against individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, or sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity). It entitles all persons to the full and equal enjoyment of the goods, services, facilities, privileges, and accommodations of financial institutions. The bill also provides individuals who are aggrieved by a violation of this prohibition with a private right of action to seek preventive relief, including injunctions and restraining orders, and allows courts to award reasonable attorney's fees to the prevailing party.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. (on 10/23/2020)

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