File #: Int 0573-2026    Version: * Name: Extending the statute of limitations for commencing a private cause of action under the city human rights law.
Type: Introduction Status: Committee
Committee: Committee on Environmental Protection and Waterfronts
On agenda: 2/12/2026
Enactment date: Law number:
Title: 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
Sponsors: James F. Gennaro, Public Advocate Jumaane Williams
Council Member Sponsors: 2
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.