Bill > A00486

This bill amends the workers' compensation law to prohibit insurance carriers and the state insurance fund from discriminating in disability insurance policies based on race, color, religion, sex, marital status, or national origin. Specifically, the bill prevents these entities from making distinctions or applying different standards in premium rates, benefit payments, or policy terms due to any of these protected characteristics. The bill notably expands the definition of "sex" to include conditions unique to one's sex, such as pregnancy, ensuring that women cannot be treated differently in disability insurance policies because of pregnancy-related medical conditions. By adding this provision to the existing workers' compensation law, the bill aims to create more equitable and fair disability insurance practices that protect individuals from potential discriminatory treatment in insurance coverage and pricing.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A486