Bill > HR4061

This bill amends the District of Columbia Official Code to expand protections against discrimination in jury selection by prohibiting the exclusion of individuals from jury service based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Specifically, the bill modifies existing law to broaden the definition of "sex" to include sexual orientation (defined as homosexuality, heterosexuality, or bisexuality), gender identity, sex stereotypes, pregnancy, related medical conditions, intersex traits, and perceptions about an individual's sex. The legislation also clarifies that this definition extends to an individual's associations and others' perceptions, even if those perceptions are inaccurate. By making these changes, the bill aims to ensure that potential jurors cannot be dismissed from jury duty solely because of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or other sex-related characteristics, thereby promoting more inclusive and equitable jury selection processes in the District of Columbia.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4061/all-info