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Nydia Velázquez: “The Equality Act would protect LGBTQ people in housing.”

On the recordApril 1, 2019
The Equality Act would protect LGBTQ people in housing.
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Nydia Velázquez
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Advocating for the Equality Act to ensure housing protections for LGBTQ individuals.

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