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Bill > A00801
NY A00801
Relates to prohibiting discrimination against a person based upon weight; excepts where deviation may pose a threat to the individual, other patrons, or the general public.
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Introduced
01/11/2023
01/11/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to prohibiting discrimination against a person based upon weight
AI Summary
This bill amends the executive law to prohibit discrimination against individuals based on their weight. It makes it unlawful for employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, and places of public accommodation to refuse to hire, employ, or provide services to individuals based on their weight, unless the weight restriction is a bona fide occupational qualification or poses a threat to the individual, other patrons, or the general public. The bill aims to protect individuals from weight-based discrimination in employment and public accommodations.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to governmental operations (on 01/03/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/A801 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A00801&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A00801 |
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