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Civil Rights for All: The NYS Human Rights Law Turns 80

Exhibit on View at the New York State Capitol

Today, the New York State Human Rights Law is not just the oldest state-level civil rights law in the country—it is also one of the strongest. The New York State Division of Human Rights—the state agency charged with enforcing this important law—works to investigate, prosecute, and adjudicate thousands of discrimination complaints across the state every year.

The historic milestones featured in this exhibit represent just a few examples of the Human Rights Law’s impact on advancing equality throughout New York State. Yet there is more work to do. New York is committed to building on the progress made, ensuring all New Yorkers live free from discrimination.
Civil Rights for All: The NYS Human Rights Law Turns 80

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