Bill > A00272

This bill amends the New York state constitution to expand protections against discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), and to define "civil rights" more broadly as any right that impacts the equal opportunity of all New Yorkers to enjoy a full and productive life. The bill also includes several exceptions, such as allowing for bona fide qualifications for a job or service, reasonable accommodations for disability or pregnancy, and the ability of private educational institutions to limit enrollment based on sex or religion. Additionally, the bill allows for legislative action necessary to maintain eligibility for federal programs and provides for severability if any part of the amendment is found invalid.

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https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A00272&term=2019&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y