FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 13, 2010
Contact: John Raskin, 646-369-8093 (Squadron)
Keith Powers, 212-605-0937 (Bing)

Senator Squadron, Assemblyman Bing, Housing and Disability Advocates Urge Governor to Sign Bill Prohibiting Housing Discrimination Based on Tenant’s Source of Income

New Law Would Make it Easier for New Yorkers with Disabilities to Find Housing

New York, NY—State Senator Daniel Squadron, Assemblyman Jonathan Bing and advocates for affordable housing and New Yorkers with disabilities called on Governor Paterson today to sign their bill S7613/A10689 that would prohibit landlords from discriminating against people who rely on public rental subsidies. The bill would help disabled New Yorkers and people who use Section 8 and Advantage housing vouchers find homes.

Who: State Senator Daniel Squadron, Assemblyman Jonathan Bing, Housing Advocates, Disability Advocates

What: Press conference and rally calling on Governor Paterson to sign bill prohibiting discrimination based on source of income

When: Friday, August 13, 11:15 a.m.

Where: City Hall Park, North of the Fountain