“Federal civil rights enforcement is becoming less reliable, so local enforcement is even more critical—especially because New York City’s Human Rights Law provides protections that state and federal law do…
“Study after study has shown that stable housing is the linchpin for successful reentry and for creating strong social bonds. These outcomes, in turn, lead to a substantially reduced likelihood…
The New York City Council held a hearing Thursday to discuss the Fair Chance for Housing Act, which would make it illegal for landlords and realtors to factor in criminal…