Buffalo Proposal 11 is on the November 3, 2026 ballot in New York.
What it does
Create the Commission on Human Rights to make recommendations on further human rights protections in the city
On your ballot
Amends City Charter to establish a Commission on Human Rights to ensure respect, protection, promotion, and enjoyment of human rights for all residents of the City of Buffalo.
A “YES” vote would establish a Commission on Human Rights.
A “NO” vote would not establish a Commission on Human Rights.
Abstract: This City Charter provision would establish an empowered Commission on Human Rights thereby replacing the current Commission on Citizen’s Rights and Community Relations. The new Commission on Human Rights would be granted expanded powers including making recommendations to the Mayor, Common Council, City Departments, and wider community regarding legislation and other appropriate measures to further human rights protection of residents in the City of Buffalo.
What a yes vote means
A "yes" vote supports creating the Commission on Human Rights to recommend further human rights protections in the city.
