New York State Office of the Attorney General

03/05/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/05/2026 17:40

Attorney General James Releases Statement on Ruling in Housing Discrimination Lawsuit

March 5, 2026

NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement on the New York Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department's ruling on source of income protections for renters:

"Every New Yorker deserves access to safe and dignified housing regardless of their income or background. Housing vouchers help thousands of New Yorkers stay in their homes, make ends meet, and raise their families. My office has always fought to protect New Yorkers' right to housing. We are reviewing today's decision."

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