Lobbyist Files, 1972-2011

Extent:
8.0 cubic ft.
Scope and content:

The NOW-NYS Lobbyists' files contain correspondence, lobbyists' notes on contacts with politicians and other lobbying groups, testimony, depositions from public hearings, bill proposals, and memoranda relating to the women's liberation movement in New York. Issues covered include NOW-NYS's responses to legislative bills concerning employment, abortion, child abuse, domestic violence, gay and lesbian rights, marriage and divorce, rape prevention, reproductive rights, and sex equity in education. Correspondents include the lobbyists and NOW-NYS presidents, Political Action questionnaires, and letters to Senators and other New York State politicians.

Arrangement:

Arranged alphabetically.

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Access to membership and mailing lists in Series 5 is restricted. All other series are unrestricted. Consult a staff member for further details.
Collection terms of access:

The copyright interests in these materials have not been transferred to the University Libraries. NOW, New York State retains copyright to its own records.

The researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of copyright. Whenever possible, the M.E. Grenander Department of Special Collections and Archives will provide information about copyright owners and other restrictions, but the legal determination ultimately rests with the researcher. Requests for permission to publish material from this collection should be discussed with the Head of Special Collections and Archives.

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