New York § 44 - 44Discrimination by industries involved in defense contracts
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 44 — 44Discrimination by industries involved in defense contracts, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44. 44Discrimination by industries involved in defense contracts
§ 44. Discrimination by industries involved in defense contracts. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation engaged to any extent whatsoever in the production, manufacture or distribution of military or naval material, equipment or supplies for the state of New York or for the federal government to refuse to employ any person in any capacity on account of the race, color, creed or national origin of such person.
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Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 44
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 44 cover?
Section 44 ("44Discrimination by industries involved in defense contracts") 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.
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