Nondiscrimination:
HB 197: Relating to prohibition of certain insurance discrimination.
Primary Author: Rep. Roberto Alonzo (D-Dallas)
Joint Author: None
Companion: SB 2216 by Ellis, identical
Background: Currently, insurers cannot discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, geographic location, disability or partial disability. This bill would expand the prohibition of discrimination to include sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. Discrimination includes refusing to insure, charging a different rate, or limiting coverage in amount, extent or kind because of bias or prejudice.
Committee: Insurance
Actions: 02/12/09 - Referred to Insurance Committee
11/12/08 – Filed
Equality Texas Position: Supports. This bill is part of our Legislative Agenda.
Equality Texas Bill Fact Sheet: Fact Sheet on HB 197 (pdf)
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