HI SR24

Urges Congress to support federal legislation prohibiting health insurers from denying coverage to domestic violence victims by classifying it as a pre-existing condition.

Notes that 42 states have enacted laws prohibiting insurers from classifying domestic violence as a pre-existing condition, but 9 states and the District of Columbia have not implemented such protections.

Identifies that approximately one in four women will be physically assaulted or raped by an intimate partner in their lifetimes, with 2-4 million annual assaults on women by partners in the United States.

Highlights that domestic violence victims often avoid reporting incidents due to fear of losing health insurance coverage, making federal legislation necessary to provide comprehensive protection.

Directs transmission of certified copies to the President, Senate Majority Leader, House Speaker, and Hawaii's congressional delegation.