Can I collect age information from participants in New York? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, there are no specific legal restrictions on collecting age information from participants in New York. However, it is important to note that discrimination based on age is prohibited under New York State law ^[1.1]. Additionally, any program or activity conducted pursuant to section 543 of the Executive Law, which includes recreation programs for the elderly, must be open to all resident elderly persons regardless of age ^[2.1].

It is recommended that any collection of age information be done in a non-discriminatory manner and that the information be used solely for the purpose of providing services or activities to the participants.

Therefore, you can collect age information from participants in New York, but it must be done in a non-discriminatory manner and used solely for the purpose of providing services or activities to the participants.

Source(s):

• [1.1] Applicable requirements.
• [2.1] Municipal program requirements.

Jurisdiction

New York

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