LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the observance of April 2011 as
National Fair Housing Month

WHEREAS, April 11, 2011, marks the 43rd Anniversary of the passage of
the U.S. Fair Housing Law, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968,
as amended, which enunciates a national policy of Fair Housing without
regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, familial status, and
handicap, and encourages fair housing opportunities for all citizens;
and
WHEREAS, It is the firm belief of this Legislative Body that discrimi-
nation in housing, employment and public accommodation not only threat-
ens the rights and privileges of the citizens of our Nation but also
menaces the institutions and foundations of a free and democratic socie-
ty; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body desires to give effect to the guaran-
tees of equal rights contained in the Constitution and laws of this
State and the United States and to encourage and bring about mutual
respect and understanding among all citizens; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body recognizes the New York State Associ-
ation of REALTORS and its 37 local REALTOR boards and associations that
support programs that educate the public about the right to equal hous-
ing opportunities, and partner with like-minded organizations to help
assure every American of their right to fair housing; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body recognizes the work by members of the
New York State Association of REALTORS who demonstrate their commitment
to the spirit and ideals of the Fair Housing Law by addressing discrimi-
nation throughout the Empire State; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body recognizes the importance of the U.S.
Fair Housing Law, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, and its
impact and benefit to communities throughout New York; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the observance of April 2011 as National Fair Housing Month,
beginning a year-long commemoration of the U.S. Fair Housing Law in New
York State, and urging all citizens to wholeheartedly be mindful of this
celebration throughout the year; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the New York State Association of REALTORS.