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Please note: If you have questions about applying for unemployment insurance benefits, we encourage you to call the New York State Department of Labor at 1-888-209-8124. You can also visit the Department of Labor website at https://labor.ny.gov/unemploymentassistance.shtm   What are Unemployment Insurance Benefits?
Employment
Unemployment Insurance Benefits (UIB) Identity Fraud​​​​​​​
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)
Employment
Protected Classes Under New York State Anti-Housing Discrimination Laws
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)
Fair Housing
If You Lose Your Unemployment Benefits Hearing
Did you lose your hearing for New York State unemployment insurance benefits? If you disagree with a hearing decision from the Administrative Law Judge, you may appeal it to the Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board. The appeals process is difficult, and you may want legal assistance. However, if you want to appeal on your own, it is important to follow the steps below. Please read the entire article before starting the appeal process.   Requesting the Appeal:
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Your Right to Reasonable Accommodations in Rental Housing
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)   What is the Fair Housing Act?
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Your Right to Assistance Animals in Rental Housing
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)   What is the Fair Housing Act?
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Your Right to Reasonable Modifications in Rental Housing
Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí. (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.)   What is the Fair Housing Act?
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Para ver este artículo en español por favor visite aquí.  (To view this article in Spanish, visit here.) What is Fair Housing?
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Quick Facts - Student Rights Regarding Discipline
  District Code of Conduct The District’s Code of Conduct should outline appropriate behavior while on school property, including school functions, and consequences for code violations. This document should be publicly available. Can the school search student belongings?
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  FAPE Free Appropriate Public Education An educational right of children with disabilities in the United States that is guaranteed by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). IDEA The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
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