New York (USA). New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed a law on Friday that would ban discrimination based on physical parameters such as weight and height.
Weight and height now join the list of protected categories like race, gender and religion. “We all deserve equal access to employment and housing, regardless of how we live,†said the mayor at the City Hall bill signing ceremony. It doesn’t matter how tall you are or how much you weigh.
It will create a more inclusive workplace and a more conducive environment to live in and protect against discrimination.†The weight may hinder them from performing essential job functions.
Some business leaders expressed opposition to the legislation when it was placed before the council. Has been done.”
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