18-A - Findings and declarations of policy.

§  18-a. Findings and declarations of policy. 1. This article shall be  deemed an exercise of the police power of the state for  the  protection  of  the  welfare,  health  and peace of the people of this state and the  fulfillment and enforcement of the provisions  of  the  constitution  of  this state concerning civil rights.    2.  The  practice  of discrimination because of race, color, religion,  national  origin  or  ancestry  in   any   publicly   assisted   housing  accommodations is hereby declared to be against public policy.