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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Nothing in this article shall:
1. Apply to private, religious or denominational educational institutions; or
2. Preclude or limit any right or cause of action provided under any local, state or federal ordinance, law or regulation including but not limited to any remedies or rights available under the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act, 1 Title VII of the Civil Rights Law of 1964, 2 section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 3 or the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. 4
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Education Law - EDN § 17. Application - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/education-law/edn-sect-17/
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