The purpose of the Equal Remedies Act of 2026 is to enhance the legal protections available to individuals facing discrimination in employment. Specifically, it aims to ensure that the remedies for discrimination are consistent across different laws, particularly those addressing age discrimination and other forms of discrimination under civil rights laws. Key provisions of the Act include changes to the types of damages that can be awarded to victims of discrimination. It allows for compensatory damages to cover a wide range of losses, including financial losses and emotional suffering.