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flag Montana defends a 2021 law letting insurers use sex and marital status for rates, facing claims of gender discrimination.

flag Montana is defending a 2021 law allowing insurers to use sex and marital status in setting rates, a practice legal in 43 other states. flag State officials argue it enables fair risk-based pricing, citing statistical differences in healthcare use and life expectancy. flag The law faces legal challenges from advocacy groups and individuals who claim it results in gender-based discrimination, particularly higher premiums for women. flag The case, ongoing in Montana’s courts, hinges on whether such factors constitute unlawful discrimination or legitimate risk assessment. flag The law remains in effect while the state awaits a final ruling.

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