FDIC Discrimination Relief Act of 2024

This bill, S 4597 (FDIC Discrimination Relief Act of 2024), helps current and former Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) employees who faced discrimination between 2015 and 2023. It removes the requirement to first use internal administrative processes before filing a lawsuit and extends the deadline for filing claims related to discrimination under key laws (like the Civil Rights Act, Age Discrimination Act, and Pregnant Workers Fairness Act) to one year after the bill’s enactment. Employees can now pursue civil lawsuits or administrative remedies within 180 days of enactment, with the lawsuit deadline paused during administrative proceedings. The bill ensures the U.S. government cannot claim immunity in these cases and allows for attorney fees for successful plaintiffs.