New NYC Law to Prohibit Height and Weight Discrimination
In this installment of LaborSpeak, we discuss a new law passed by New York City prohibiting height and weight discrimination, adding to a growing campaign to address discrimination based on physical appearance. New York City employers should review their practices and make sure that they include this new protected category in their non-discrimination policies and trainings.
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