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The Laws of New York
Consolidated Laws of New York
CHAPTER 6
Civil Rights
ARTICLE 2-A
Equal Rights to Publicly-aided Housing
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SECTION 18-B
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SECTION 18-A
Findings and declarations of policy
Civil Rights (CVR) CHAPTER 6, ARTICLE 2-A
§ 18-a. Findings and declarations of policy. 1. This article shall be
deemed an exercise of the police power of the state for the protection
of the welfare, health and peace of the people of this state and the
fulfillment and enforcement of the provisions of the constitution of
this state concerning civil rights.

2. The practice of discrimination because of race, color, religion,
national origin or ancestry in any publicly assisted housing
accommodations is hereby declared to be against public policy.