Equal Remedies Act of 2026

This bill, titled the "Equal Remedies Act of 2026," seeks to enhance and standardize the remedies available for victims of discrimination. It amends Section 1977A of the Revised Statutes to broaden the scope of compensatory damages, explicitly including pecuniary and nonpecuniary losses such as emotional pain and loss of enjoyment of life, while also affirming the right to a jury trial for any party.

Furthermore, the bill significantly modifies the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) by aligning its available remedies with those provided under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This change ensures that individuals experiencing age discrimination can pursue the full range of legal and equitable relief, including compensatory and punitive damages, which were previously not uniformly available under the ADEA. The legislation aims to provide more comprehensive redress for discrimination victims across various protected classes.