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Int 0573-2026 · BillCommittee · Feb 11, 2026

A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to extending the statute of limitations for commencing a private cause of action under the city human rights law

Introduced
Reported from Committee
Passed Council
Local Law
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Sponsor
Public Advocate Jumaane WilliamsDemocrat

Summary

This bill would increase from three years to six years the statute of limitations to file a civil action by persons aggrieved by unlawful discriminatory practices or acts of discriminatory harassment or violence under the city human rights law.

Official summary of legislation · NYC Council

Legislative history

Last action

Feb 11, 2026