New York Amends Constitution to Expand Equal Protection
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New York has amended its constitution to expand equal protection. The amendment, known as the Equal Rights Amendment, has passed the state senate and was on the ballot. The change is expected to have implications for various groups, including the LGBTQ+ community and those seeking reproductive rights, although the specifics of its effects are still being discussed.
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