§ 18-a. Findings and declarations of policy. 1. This article shall be\ndeemed an exercise of the police power of the state for the protection\nof the welfare, health and peace of the people of this state and the\nfulfillment and enforcement of the provisions of the constitution of\nthis state concerning civil rights.\n 2. The practice of discrimination because of race, color, religion,\nnational origin or ancestry in any publicly assisted housing\naccommodations is hereby declared to be against public policy.\n
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