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New York lawmakers are poised to end a 40-year ban on gay bathhouses, introducing a bill that would establish a modern licensing framework inspired by cities like San Francisco and Minneapolis. Though passage won’t immediately open doors — regulations must be drafted and approved within 180 days — the move signals a historic step toward reclaiming vital community spaces. Once stigmatized and shuttered amid HIV fears, these bathhouses were lifelines for LGBTQ+ men seeking safety and connection. With evolving public health tools and lessons from other cities’ slow rollouts, advocates hope New York can create a safe, responsible model that honors both history and progress.

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