No New Yorker should be discriminated against or taken advantage of by those in power based on their identity. Prop 1 is a constitutional amendment that puts the power in the hands of New Yorkers, not politicians.

What exactly is Prop 1?
Prop 1 is the Equal Rights Amendment. The New York legislature has passed it twice in a row, and now New Yorkers must vote on it to make an amendment to the New York State constitution. The amendment closes loopholes so that the government cannot discriminate against New Yorkers based on various aspects of their identity, such as:

• Disability
• Age
• Pregnancy outcome and status, including abortion
• Gender identity
• Ethnicity
• National origin

How do I vote on Prop 1?
When you vote in the General Election this year, you can flip the ballot to vote Yes on Prop 1. Learn more about it here.

How does Prop 1 relate to disability and age?
The government can pass laws that intentionally or unintentionally undermine the civil rights of certain groups of people. An example of protecting disabled and aging New Yorkers against such discrimination in ensuring voting is accessible to them.

How does Prop 1 relate to abortion?
Reproductive rights like abortion, contraception, and IVF have been under attack across the country. Passing Prop One would ensure our reproductive rights, including abortion, are permanently protected from out-of-touch politicians in the future. In addition to protecting access to abortion, the amendment protects access to birth control and IVF.

Does Prop 1 impact parental consent for gender affirming are?
Parental consent is already required for young people to access gender affirming care. Prop 1 does not change that. Read the full bill text here.

Does Prop 1 impact girl sports?
No, Prop 1 does not change New York’s current laws on young people playing on sports teams. Read the full bill text here.

How does Prop 1 affect Title IX?
Prop 1 works hand in hand with Title IX – the federal law that has long provided opportunities for girls in sports. Read the full bill text here.

When do I vote in the General Election?
You can vote early in-person between October 26th to November 3rd, 2024, or you can vote on Election Day on November 5th. You can also request an early-mail ballot to vote by mail.

How do I know if I’m registered to vote?
You can confirm if you’re registered to vote by going to this page. You have until October 26th to register to vote, and by October 21st to change your voter registration address.

Where can I learn more?
Learn about it here.