Governor Hochul Announces Expanded Efforts to Combat Housing Discrimination Across New York

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a $2.2 million expansion of New York's Fair Housing Testing Program designed to root out discrimination in home rental and sale transactions. New York State partnered with six nonprofit organizations across the state to deploy undercover testers to act as potential renters and home seekers. The expansion will increase proactive investigations of suspected housing discrimination and enhance education and outreach efforts on fair housing rights, including for individuals with a history of criminal system involvement.

"As we expand access to housing across New York State, I am using all of the resources at my disposal to combat housing discrimination and ensure that all New Yorkers are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect when seeking the housing of their choice," Governor Hochul said. "Our investment in this crucial program sends a clear message: housing discrimination will not be tolerated here in New York."

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