Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces federal laws against discrimination.

It is illegal to discriminate against employees or applicants because of:

• race;
• color;
• religion;
• sex;
• national origin;
• age;
• disability;
• or genetic information.

In New York State, it is also illegal to discriminate against employees or applicants because of sexual orientation or gender identity.

It is also illegal to discriminate against a person who has complained about, filed a charge of, or sued because of discrimination.

Employers should also be aware that additional anti-discrimination laws are enforced in New York State. Click the following link to access further information.