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New York officials push for LGBTQIA+ bar and nightclub safeguards against hate crimes

By Dean Moses Posted on November 23, 2022

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Senator Brad Hoylman and Assemblymember Daniel O’Donnell are putting forth legislation that looks to further safeguard LGBTQIA+ hangout spaces.

The bill would expand the Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes program to include gay and transgender bars and nightclubs, allocating funds to provide necessary safety measures for the business’ at-risk patrons and allowing them to hire additional security personnel.

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New York officials push for LGBTQIA+ bar and nightclub safeguards against hate crimes

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