Sec. NNN-1. Study discrimination against homeless individuals. The Attorney General shall study the types and extent of discrimination against homeless individuals in the State. The study must include, but is not limited to, an assessment of the prevalence of acts of physical force or violence against, damage or destruction of property of or trespass on property of homeless individuals and of threats of physical force or violence against, damage or destruction of property of or trespass on property of homeless individuals. The study must also include an assessment of the prevalence of acts of discrimination against homeless individuals in housing, public accommodations and pricing of goods and services.
Sec. NNN-2. Report. By January 5, 2005, the Attorney General shall submit to the Legislature a report summarizing the results of the study required under section 1 of this Part.
Sec. NNN-3. Legislation. By January 5, 2005, the Attorney General shall, if the Attorney General determines it necessary based on the results of the study required under section 1 of this Part, submit legislation to the Legislature that would make illegal certain acts of discrimination against homeless individuals.
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