Weight discrimination is prohibited in New York

“The New York City Council voted to pass a bill that prohibits discrimination based on a person’s height and weight in employment, housing, and public accommodations,” the New York City Council said. York in a press release.

In public discussions held before the bill was voted on, those who took the floor emphasized that they had difficulty sitting in restaurants and theaters, that they were turned away by their hosts, and that they could not advance their careers. The bill was said to take effect this month after it was signed by the mayor of New York.

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City Councilor Shaun Abreu, who drafted the bill, said: “Body size discrimination is a social justice issue and a threat to public health after the parliamentary vote ended with 44 votes to favor and 5 against. “People with different body types are denied the jobs and promotions they deserve, and a society that offers no legal remedy for this pervasive bias denies them their entire existence.”

“I am so proud that our city is finally taking action, leading the fight for body freedom and body positivity. “Thanks to the advocates, labor organizations and medical professionals united behind this case, New York City will now be the most populous municipality in the world to ban size discrimination.”