New York City Bans Weight Discrimination
TL;DR
New York City has banned weight discrimination, adding weight and height to the list of characteristics protected from discrimination. The law will apply to employment, housing, and access to public accommodations. The move is part of a growing national campaign to address weight discrimination, with lawmakers in New Jersey and Massachusetts considering similar measures. The law will be enforced by the city's Commission on Human Rights and will take effect in 180 days.
- Weight Discrimination Is Banned by New York City The New York Times
- New York City passes bill outlawing weight discrimination CBS News
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