Appellate Division, Second Department · November 4, 2026 · 2026 NY Slip Op 06427

Nassau’s local law on transgender athletes at county park events is preempted by the Human Rights Law and Civil Rights Law

Long Is. Roller Rebels v County of Nassau

Read the official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06427

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