New York § 4 - 4Equality of treatment and opportunity
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 4 — 4Equality of treatment and opportunity, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4. 4Equality of treatment and opportunity
§ 4. Equality of treatment and opportunity. It is hereby declared to be the policy of the state that there shall be an equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the organized militia without regard to race, creed, color, national origin or sex. Such policy shall be put into effect by regulations to be issued pursuant to section three of this chapter, it being necessary to give due regard to the powers of the United States which are or may be exercised over the militia of the state.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 4
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 4 cover?
Section 4 ("4Equality of treatment and opportunity") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New York § 4?
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