Bill > S01922

This bill amends the New York State Executive Law to add veterans as a protected class in housing discrimination law. Specifically, the bill makes it an unlawful discriminatory practice for owners, lessees, managers, or other persons with rights to housing accommodations to refuse to sell, rent, lease, or otherwise deny housing to someone because of their status as a veteran. This protection applies to both publicly-assisted housing and other housing accommodations, expanding existing anti-discrimination regulations to explicitly include veterans. By adding veterans to the list of protected classes, the bill aims to prevent housing discrimination against those who have served in the military, ensuring they have equal access to housing opportunities. The law would take effect immediately upon passage, providing immediate legal protection against veteran-based housing discrimination in New York State.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1922