Help End Weight-Based Discrimination in New Jersey

Background: Currently, only one state has legal protections against discrimination based on weight and height. Weight bias and stigma affect people in every aspect of life—including healthcare, employment, education, and public spaces. Weight-based discrimination is linked to delayed medical care, increased stress, anxiety and depression, lower wages, and reduced access to opportunities.

Senate Bill 1631, which would add height and weight as protected categories under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination.

Take Action Now: Use the OAC advocacy tool to send a letter to NJ state lawmakers asking them to support Senate Bill 1631 to end weight-based discrimination.

It’s Easy to Advocate! Use our automated message generator below to get started. You’ll find an easy to use template letter to get you started, and we encourage you to personalize this letter by including your story and thoughts before sending.